When you’ve been away and you return home to discover your own garden displaying a glorious gallery of new growth. For a few minutes this week in early May I couldn’t resist taking these snapshots to capture and share a sudden feeling of optimism.
(Thanks and credit to my husband for his hard work in the garden over the years. Much appreciated.)
Enjoy the sentiment and photos or look for a deeper message. Just feel it!
When looking towards the stars don’t forget the flowers at your feet.
by Dr Julie Charlesworth 07/05/2026
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“Stretching his hand up to reach the stars, too often man forgets the flowers at his feet” a quote generally attributed to the English philosopher and social reformer Jeremy Bentham.