Carolina Cranesbill

Carolina Cranesbill Geranium masculatum

In the tradition of Hebrew and Christian literature, it was on the third day of creation that God said “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed . . . and it was so. And the earth brought forth vegetation, plants yielding seed after their kind . . . and God saw that it was good” (Gen. 1:11-12).

Ponder the statement “and God saw that it was good.” It is from contemplating that phrase that I have learned to study the magnificent assortment of wildflowers our Creator has provided for our pleasure. The plant we examine today is one of those delightful specimens to find.

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Orrin Morris is a retired Baptist minister, local artist and art teacher. To purchase a two-volume set of books featuring his wildflower columns, visit the Nature Seen Gallery & Frame Shop, 914 Center Street in Olde Town Conyers, or call 770-929-3697 or text 404-824-3697. Email him at odmsketchingpad@yahoo.com.

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