Playing Favorites

Texas Lantana (Lantana urticoides) is probably my favorite wildflower -- at least in the top 2 because I really like the Indian Blanket Flower as well.  I didn't know Lantana existed until a couple of years ago when we were in South Texas where it grows wild.

Hummingbirds and butterflies regularly visit it.  It blooms throughout the summer, and the colorful blossoms quickly draw the eye.  It definitely stands out among the various greens and browns.

We all have favorites -- favorite foods, places, people and things.  Something inside of us sorts through the bombardment and chooses that which we prefer.  Certain things just seem to resonate with who we are.  Those favorites can change over time, but there are always favorites.

It's okay to embrace our favorites, but we should also keep in mind that circumstances and time changes them and changes us.  We must be aware that what we reject today may be important tomorrow.  People and things that may not be our first choice today should still be treated well.  As for places?  If you say "I'll never" it is likely that's where you will end up.  It's kind of funny how that works.