Flowers, Matcha & the Art of Gratitude

This week, I was gifted a hand-picked bouquet from loved ones. I sat with it, poured myself a matcha latte, and just… admired. 🌸✨

The Japanese idiom 「花より団子」 (hana yori dango) literally translates to “dumplings over flowers.” While it often refers to practicality winning over beauty, I think of it differently. To me, it means life is about balance—substance and beauty, nourishment and delight.

The truth is, the world can be tough. But when we pause to notice what’s already here—flowers, tea, the company of loved ones—we take part in creating the beauty we long for. Gratitude turns even the smallest rituals into treasures.

A bouquet and a latte may seem simple, but they are reminders: if you look, beauty is everywhere. And you are the artist of the life you desire. 🌱"*

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