You were walking through bare branches and leftover cold when something caught your eye—magenta fire bursting from bark. No leaves yet. Just petals, loud and early. The Western Redbud doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. She saw you and declared:

Today, let your affection be visible.

Don’t wait until it’s safe. Don’t wait until you feel totally ready.

Text someone you love and tell them something sweet. Post a compliment where everyone can see it. Let warmth spill out a little.

And when you feel that nervous flutter, say aloud:
“I bloom first. I lead with love.”