Never judge a flower by its bud

I found it daunting.  Intimidating.  And a little scary.  Memories of Seymour singing "Feed Me" went through my mind.  It's just plain creepy!

But then, I saw what it was to become...

and I realized that different buds do produce different flowers--in this case, stunning!  I guess I shouldn't be so quick to judge, huh?  Amazing how there are still so many lessons for me to learn!  Enjoy the strange and the wonderful, and know you are loved!