02/22/2025
Been awhile since I sat with a flower in the morning. I’ve been obsessed with this very unique one, waiting patiently for it to open. It is soft yet fuzzy, has beautiful color but is also muted in tone. I sense that it holds a powerful secret on the inside. I want to know.
This is a Protea flower. It is one of the oldest flower families on earth, dating back 300 million years. Native to the South African region, it is their national flower. It symbolizes strength, resilience, transformation, and courage, particularly with its ability to regrow after wildfires. It’s also associated with diversity and hope, deeply reflective of the spirit of the people of South Africa. ❤️🇿🇦 ❤️The indigenous people use the flower for medicinal purposes.
Feels appropriate to share with you today. A small gesture on my part, but made with all my heart.
Thanks for this one ❤️🔥r … I LOVE it so much. Let’s hope that under the conditions here, it will finally open. 🙏🏼 May take a while, eh?