The Saturday after my birthday in March, I was determined to find wildflowers here in the desert.

{i know, i know… when will i learn?}

It was a beautifully, cloudy day. Perfect for taking afternoon pictures.

We hiked the Gateway Trailhead Loop here in Phoenix.

The kids and Brian were great sports. When will I learn that Phoenix just will not have my beloved bluebonnets and brown eyed susans?

About the time I was ready to give up, my sweet Julia raced ahead and pointed out the most beautifully vibrant flower:

It was right by the entrance to the trail.

I had rushed past  in my quest for something different.

How often do we do that with God?

How often does He lay something beautiful in our path ~ maybe not what we were expecting, but still beautiful? We rush past it, determined to find our own version of what we were looking for.

Slow down today and look around to make sure you are not rushing past what He put in your path.

Hugs!

Kate