This is a Pink Clematis done as a tutorial from Anna Mason.
The Clematis is a vine that is very hardy. One of the common names for this flower is “Traveler’s Joy.” That seems quite apropos since it loves to climb and creep on trees, fences, and buildings.
I liked the idea of being a traveler’s joy to those around us. I know, we can’t really travel right now, but we do still have an impact on people’s lives. I was impressed by the thought that we impact other’s lives every time we call or visit or write to them. Do our words bring joy to their heart or do we leave them more depressed, angry, or frustrated than they were before?
On a walk in the park, Mike and I had found several things to laugh heartily about. We passed an acquaintance who suddenly dumped her load of fear and anger and frustration on us. It was a brief encounter, but we walked away heavy hearted. We didn’t have a chance to cheer her before she made us miserable.
The next day a stranger stopped to talk. She opened with a ‘dark’ thought and I deflected it by asking her questions about what she liked to do. We discovered she is also an artist. We enjoyed sharing notes and contacts for supplies. What a difference!
Let’s be like the Clematis spreading our joy and care to everyone we meet.