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What does it mean?
Spring arrives when the world is filled with wonder despite the messiness.
In plain terms
Spring is when the world looks wonderful even with puddles.
What can you take from it?
Find wonder in the messy parts of the world.

Where it applies

  • observational reflection
  • appreciating nature
  • mental outlook

Putting it to work

  • look for wonder
  • appreciate spring
  • find joy in mess

Questions to consider

  • Where do you find wonder?
  • How do you define spring?

Another view

It is too short to develop a deeper theme.

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