They stretched out like golden ribbons along each side of the road, the verges becoming their own source of vibrant colour. As the coach sped along I could see these wonderful dandelions stretching as far as the eye could see. I realised that round my country there were millions and millions of these weeds. Yes, they are considered as weeds and unwelcome in neat, orderly gardens. The draught of the traffic was scattering the numerous seed-heads to guarantee a greater crop of dandelions next year. These weeds often unwanted and unloved light up the countryside all over the country.
I imagined each flower-head being a Christian shining for Christ. The scattering seed multiplying their numbers so the glory of God covers the earth like the water covers the sea. The traffic disturbance or problems in life will bring more abundant growth and thus bring more fruit. Like the dandelions may we shine in our small corner, along the verges or where God has placed us . May our cheery light, along with millions of others, be lights of the golden ribbons of His love and peace.