The “Mystery Flowers”… a Gift of Appreciation!

My favorite flowers appeared one day, in a vase, on my clothes dryer in the laundry room. Upon inspection of the flowers for a card, one was found with my name on it. Interestingly enough, it was my full name, not just my first name. Thinking the flowers were from my husband, I brought them into the kitchen where I put them on display.

Much to my surprise, after I opened the small envelope, the sentiment on the card stated, “Thanks for being such a great teacher!” Surprised, touched, yet perplexed, I looked for a signature. Unfortunately, no signature identifying the sender was found, just the heartfelt sentiment.

When my husband arrived home I explained where I’d found the vase of flowers and asked him if he knew anything about the person who’d sent it to me. He laughed and explained they weren’t from him, but suggested I call the florist who had delivered them. Unfortunately, the flower shop was closed by the time we tried calling so all night long I wondered which student or former student had given me such a beautiful gesture of appreciation.

The following morning, still bewildered by the sender of these “Mystery Flowers'', I was determined to discover the identity of the wonderful person who had sent them to me! As I walked into the classroom, I was greeted by one of my awesome students. She asked me if I liked the flowers she and her parents had sent to me!

With a huge smile, I looked at her with tears in my eyes and told her how grateful and touched I was to receive them! Many years and hundreds of students later, I still remember the feelings surrounding the beautiful gift of the “Mystery Flowers!

Blessings Embraced:

• Gestures of appreciation come in many different forms

• Beautiful and heartfelt memories last a lifetime

Affirmation: I appreciate every gesture of gratitude given to me