A Haibun submitted to dVerse
The buds of life are born small and fragile, filled with potential for wondrous things. They enter our lives in many forms and loving patience is required for their transformation. Whether children, relationships, projects or endeavors, every bud has value.
Growth commences, and anxious expectations arise, yet there’s no time line for greatness. Preconceptions must rest for enjoyment to be real. Every process is diverse, and experience is required to become wondrous.
After every progress, it’s wise to turn away, absorb the situation and return with a calm anticipation. The results can’t be predicted, and it won’t be known without conscious acceptance. The effect of beauty is more profound with respect for the process of formation.
Budding into life
Trials of experiencing
Flowers will be formed
Astrid's Words 
“no time line for greatness”… lovely
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You cannot know the result, but you can hope.
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You turned this prompt into a strong metaphor for life and growth. Bravo!
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A great comparison Astrid! Seems many thing begin with buds. Budding relationships and more. Takes time to develop for sure.
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I like the idea that results can’t be predicted and require conscious acceptance.
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