Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Robert Howson
Tuesday and Wednesday, May 5 and 6, 2026
Many of us like to imagine ourselves as being rational human beings, individuals who look at the information in a cogent manner before making decisions. Hopefully, that is at least partially true, but I’m guessing there may be another part of us that resides deeper within our psyche that also plays a significant role. We can call it an emotional response to something that stirs within us which we are unable to identify, nevertheless, still strongly influence our choices.
For some unknown reason I have a particular fondness of Bluebells (Hyacinthoides) of both the English and Spanish varieties. Native to Europe, these flowers are also known as Common Bluebell, Wild Hyacinth, and Bell Bottle. Whatever you call them, the terms elegant and friendly both fit comfortably. In my imagination I picture them creating the perfect setting for Robin Hood and Maid Marian to reside, hidden away somewhere in Sherwood Forest.
The setting does not the story make, it only enhances it and provides a tapestry upon which the story can be told. But the Lord seems more than willing to provide us with such a setting. He only asks that we place Him first in our lives. “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.” (Psalm 37:4-5 NIV)