Unsure of my own gardening prowess, I’m never confident in what plants will return or make it through each winter. So it is always a bit of a surprise—and a celebration—when favorites return.

This evening I was watering the garden and discovered that this beautiful two-tone Dahlia that I love has bloomed! I’ve been eager for more color in our outdoor living space and this made me feel happy and hopeful.

Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama was the return of my favorite Dahlia! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! And remember, kindness is everything!

Day 143 of 366. And Day 1,604 in a row (here’s the first 366, & the following 365, & the third year of 365 good things, & the 4th year of good things)!

On this day…

• 1 year ago: 95-percent tidier
• 2 years ago: Abutilon is back
• 3 years ago: Mud bath and a milkshake
• 4 years ago: The 20th toe and self-care Sunday