"Things Are Not As They Seem"

Spring provides many examples of potential, mystery and unseen power. The once bare trees covered in tiny green leaves, redbuds, and snowy white flowers remind us of an ever present, inner power within nature.

Seeds, hard and dry, emerge from the ground and produce hundreds of flowers, plants and vegetables. The seed’s ability to grow is mysterious. Its power to change remains invisible.

THINGS ARE NOT AS THEY SEEM

Children have reserves of untapped, unseen power. Spring offers clear examples for children to understand they also have an invisible power.

There are times when it is easy to believe this unseen power does not exist. Nature’s invisible power during winter provides the example for children to see. The transformation of spring reminds us.

THINGS ARE NOT AS THEY SEEM

As the acorn draws on its power to produce the majestic oak, so to can children draw on their power to produce courage, discipline, or compassion. As the watermelon seed produces the delicious fruit, so to can children draw on their power to create their dreams.

Calling forth our inner power requires practice. Practice reminds us each time of the potential of our inner power. Practice builds confidence and we discover our power flows with ease.

When a challenge presents itself and we doubt our ability to meet this challenge, remember, THINGS ARE NOT AS THEY SEEM!