Greener Grass

Earth and sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea, are excellent schoolmasters and teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books. ~ John Lubbock

Greener Grass

I'm sure you know people, perhaps even you, who spend a good amount of time admiring and wanting 'other people's lawns.' 'The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence' is a common phrase. It is in our nature to search for greener pastures. The challenge is not finding the greener grass; the real secret to a good lawn is to make the green grass. Green grass does not happen without initial work and constant upkeep; ask any lawn lover! That is also the secret to having a successful life. Let's look at what it takes for a good lawn (successful life):

1. Ground preparation is needed before grass can really grow. The soil must be fertile. (You need to be healthy and have a positive mental attitude.) You may need to add nutrients (training, education, self-help) and remove rocks and weeds (negative attitudes, emotional baggage, negative influences).
   


2. Figure out what grass grows best in your soil and plant the seeds. (Find out what your passion is; what you excel at and start doing it!)
   


3. After planting the seeds, continue to fertilize and water. (Continue to add training and knowledge; don't become stagnant in your goals. Realize that it takes continuous work to achieve and maintain goals. Success is not easy; but it is rewarding!)
   


4. Watch out for problems or challenges and find solutions. Realize some things are out of your control, such as weather or insects, but you can respond to those things in order to eliminate the negative effects. Water your lawn when it is hot and dry; spray for bugs. (You need to keep your eyes open for the problems that come up beyond your control. You may not be able to control what challenges arise, but you can control how you react to them. Don't forget to adapt!)
   


5. Enjoy your lawn! Take the time to enjoy what you have accomplished. Take your shoes off and run through the grass! (Find time to appreciate what you have. Enjoy what you work for. Don't forget to have fun!)