Image of Daffodils showing off.

    Tales from the trail 

      What will become of the daffodil family as            newcomers to Flower Town? 

      I've obtained the following correspondence  from friends who will remain anonymous. 

    After reading this, I hope you'll extend your patience and enthusiastic support for the springtime leaders everywhere. 

          

The Daffodil Family at 217 Flower Lane:

Welcome to the neighborhood! We are delighted your family planted itself in Flower Town, where we strive to cultivate a safe place for all to bloom. We are here to nourish and support you and your family. 

The committee requests your presence at our spring block party. It’s a traditional event celebrating the arrival of spring. Consider the occasion as a wonderful opportunity to meet the neighbors. Don’t be late!

Sincerely, in springtime showers and sunshine,

The Flower Committee

Dear Committee:

Thank you for the warm welcome. We look forward to helping beautify Flower Lane, meeting our neighbors, and honoring the long-awaited arrival of spring.

Regards,

Sunbeam, Misty and the kids

 

Dear Sunbeam,

We are eager to meet you. Please expect an informal visit prior to the party to review your role as springtime leader.  

Sincerely, in springtime showers and sunshine,

Harold, President of the Flower Committee

 

Dear Harold,

It’s an honor to serve in a spring leadership role. I appreciate you meeting me during the busiest time of the season.  

Sincerely,

Sunbeam    

 

Dear Sunbeam,

My deep-rooted apologies as I have to cancel my pre-party visit because of the heavy rains in the forecast. That, and I am over committed. Let’s plan a brief meeting on the morning of the block party.

Sincerely, in springtime showers and sunshine,

Harold, President of the Flower Committee

 

Dear Sunbeam,

Members of the Committee are hurt that you failed to show at the party. They are a tough bunch with grand expectations. Despite my efforts, the Committee is sending a harsh letter. If you respond swiftly, you’ll still have the opportunity to participate in the spotlight tour.

The Committee and I are here to encourage you to flourish.

Sincerely,

Harold

 

Dear Daffodil Family:  

The committee and I missed you and your family at the block party. Please know your contributions are vital to spread happiness to human kind.   

We demand an explanation as to your absence. Please respond at your earliest convenience.

The Flower Committee

 

Dear President and Flower Committee:

Thank you for your concern. A furry orange beast violated our property and traumatized the kids last night. This tabby cat targets and terrorizes the entire neighborhood.

We will emerge when I feel it’s safe for my family.

Regards,

Sunbeam

Dear Daffodil Family

We will investigate this complaint immediately. We pride ourselves on protecting our members—even the late bloomers.

Regards,

Harold 

Dear Committee:

We plan to stay, but I suggest stepping up the protection efforts. Flower Town is a dangerous place. Misty still has nightmares about the gray squirrel gang kidnapping one of our children in broad daylight. Our sweet tender bulb is buried somewhere deep in the woods.

Yours Sadly,

Sunbeam

PS—Misty is mourning and the dig about late bloomers is cruel.

 

Dear Sunbeam and Misty,

We are sending a gift of fertilizer as our apology. All our watch dogs are on high alert for the furry terror, alias Tiger, should she arrive in our circle.

I am happy you will remain in Flower Town.  

Fondly,

Harold