One of the first flowers of Spring is the crocus. I get so excited when I spot the first one of the season. Amazing how these small, delicate white (sometimes purple) flowers can bring me so much joy at the promise of Spring. With all the colorful splashes of crocuses around me and inspired by a poem by Jo Sorley called "Crocus-Minded", I've been reflecting on what it means to be crocus-minded. Being crocus-minded is a sweet reminder to be courageous, take a stand, address issues that need to be addressed. The poem reminds me to respond pro-actively, to persevere, and take necessary risks. May we find the courage to be crocus-minded, to stick our neck out, care enough to think through and work through hard ground. May we believe in the new life and hope of Spring and have the courage to address the wrongs, injustices and inequities, trusting that we can say what needs to be said. May we dare to be crocus-minded in big and small ways. Happy Spring! Enjoy the podcast!