This is certainly not a case of "a rose by any other name" but these diminuative seed cones of a tamarack tree do have the beauty of a rose. Their shape calls forth thoughts of roses: soft petals, rich scents, and delightful colors. Their real nature calls forth even more powerful thoughts. In the midst of cold and colorless winter days they speak of the promise of life! These little seeds will fall to the soil, burst open, and start new life.
Are you like the seed cone of a tamarack? Perhaps you are not quite as "colorful as a rose" but you are filled with promise and potential.
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AuthorJoel Kreger is a writer who grew up in Minnesota, spent many years of his life in Iowa and Wisconsin, and now lives in Minnesota. His life experience includes careers of serving 17 years as a Lutheran parish pastor, working 18 years as a public school teacher, and now writing as a novelist and blogger. Archives
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