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Flowers have meaning and can “speak” for us when words are hard to find. The flowers of July are larkspur and water lily. Both varieties are dramatic and are considered to offer positivity, grace, and dignity.
The larkspur’s message is to enjoy every moment of every day; to celebrate life! Ancient beliefs were that larkspur could protect from witches’ spells and evil spirits. The colors of larkspur have different meanings: blue is trust and support, purple is charm and spirituality, pink is gentleness and fickleness, and white is innocence and puity. This deer resistant flower likes full sun and will bloom April through September.
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The water lily symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and majesty. It is considered to be a religious symbol in many parts of the world, and with that carries different meanings. Red lilies symbolize love and passion, purple is for mystic power, white is mental purity, blue is knowledge, and pink represents the highest deity. The blossoms can be used in lakes and ponds to deter the growth of algae and to offer a respite of shade to fish and frogs. The pretty flowers that float atop the water only bloom for four days from May to September.
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A Note From the Editor The frst weekend after the restrictions were lifted, I felt a little misty when I drove by the tennis courts. They were full with happy, active people enjoying the sunshine, getting exercise, and laughing with friends. I never imagined anything as simple as this ordinary sight could give me such joy. Watching America open back up is like watching a fower that has been trampled in the mud rise up and bloom. Now, I’m waiting for the other buds on the branch—restaurants, churches, and schools—to blossom.
There are many of us whose vacation plans have been canceled this summer, so we are looking for alternative activities. Fortunately for us living here in Western North Carolina, there are plenty of nearby and enjoyable places to go. Among these choices are waterfalls. These majestic miracles are not only pleasing to look at, they are also healing to our body and soul. The magic happens as moving water creates negative ions. We inhale these molecules when we visit a waterfall or the beach, or even when we stand in the rain. When they enter our bloodstream, the biochemical reaction helps to relieve stress and depression, and it increases our optimism and mental energy. Studies also show that negative ions protect us against illness by boosting our immunity to viruses. With all the positive aspects of negative ions, why wouldn’t we all turn off our computers and go outside? Let’s explore our world, enjoy the sunshine, get a little exercise, and inhale these magical molecules. Let’s not forget to live while we are trying to stay alive. JeanAnn Taylor
50 + Living of Western NC 50pluslivingWNC.com
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