Flowers for a cause

I bought these flowers at the market. Bright and fresh but poignant.

I should have shared this yesterday but I was too caught up in having a rant about our misfortune. Our friend, the farmer who usually only brings flowers to the market at the height of the season made an exception for two reasons. The rain has turned our gardens and the veld in which he grows his wares, an unseasonal, bright green.

The second reason puts our hardships in perspective: the proceeds of the sales are all going to 9 year old Zoey's treatment. She has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (Type B) which was diagnosed when she was just 7. Sadly, she's had a major setback and must have aggressive chemo while they look for a suitable bone marrow donor. You can read her story - and make your own contribution - here.

Until next time, be well
Fiona
The Sandbag House
McGregor, South Africa

Photo: Selma
Post script

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