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A philosopher once said, "Life is
full of chance, and no one can predict how the world will change in the next
moment." However, it is precisely because of these chances that life becomes
enriching and exciting.
My parents love gardening, so our balcony is filled with various kinds of
flowers. There are chrysanthemums that are resilient to cold and indifferent
to frost, peonies that truly embody the beauty of the nation, and jasmine
flowers whose emerald leaves shine like dewdrops. The blooming and withering
of flowers embellish our family's happy and warm life.
One day, I stumbled upon a few white flowers that resembled trumpets amidst
the lush green leaves. Unlike the clusters of petals on chrysanthemums, the
vibrant attire of peonies, or the petite and scattered blossoms of jasmine,
these flowers had half-folded, gossamer-like petals and a dense circle of
creamy-yellow stamens. What kind of flower was this? Gently pushing aside
the leaves, I followed the long stem downward and was astonished to discover
that it sprouted from the unremarkable sphere of aloe vera. Carefully
lifting the flowerpot, I realized that the round sphere had five long stems
extending from it, each bearing a beautiful blossom at its tip. This aloe
vera pot was covered in thorns, which often pricked us, so we didn't like it
and neglected to water it meticulously. Yet, it bloomed with unparalleled
beauty. I marveled at these exquisite flowers, but more so at this small
aloe vera, which, with its diminutive body, supported such beauty.
At that moment, I noticed that the other flowers bowed their heads and no
longer boasted their dazzling colors. Even the most splendid blooms seemed
dim and tiny in comparison. Those beautiful flowers would undoubtedly
receive admiration and compliments when they blossomed, but they often
required various nutrients, fertilizers, and carefully constructed
environments to flourish. Moreover, most of them were short-lived. However,
the aloe vera was different. It didn't receive meticulous care, various
nutrients, or even sufficient water, yet it still strived to bloom, to
flourish...
Plants are magnificent. Should we willingly become insignificant in the
presence of plants? No! Perhaps the path of life is rocky, and perhaps there
isn't much smooth sailing, but we still have to choose to move forward and
let the flowers of our lives bloom in full glory!
I am grateful to these beautiful flowers for teaching me about growth. I am
grateful to have stumbled upon these beautiful flowers by chance, which made
me contemplate my own life and clarified my direction.
Edison accidentally discovered tungsten while conducting experiments.
Archimedes stumbled upon the principle of buoyancy while taking a bath.
Newton discovered the law of universal gravitation when an apple fell on his
head. Chance not only brings surprises but sometimes invaluable treasures.
Through this accidental discovery, I have grown so much. |
