2026-02-10 I Inquiry I Erin’s Final Teachings I Flint Sparks

It took me an embarrassingly long time to realize these magical flower arrangements were more than exotic flowers and divine creativity. Much more than the product of artistry, thoughtfulness, and generosity. Such a long time to understand how important, how transformative, was their presence - ushering us from our daily existence into the sublime. These arrangements, these gifts - and the intention, artistry, and commitment to create them - inspired us without spoken word or sound. I imagine these creations told us we were safe. That we were held in the safest of ways. That we were seen, that we were known, maybe - that we were loved. I look at them from time to time, and they always make me smile. For the memorable, unrepeatable experiences they represent. For the joy they created in us. For the spirit that joined us. For the outpouring of love that surrounded them.