What Became of the Seeds

Dahlia

Zinnia

Many, many weeks ago, I planted dahlia and zinnia seeds in my flower garden. Summer has turned the seeds from little sprouting plants to flowers. For this, I am very grateful. It is so hot and dry here in the desert, and I didn't know if I would see my hopes become anything. In a year of many firsts, I have my first flowers from seeds. They are a marvel to me. So intricate, transitory, and beautiful in the light of day. I count the small gains that have grown up in time.