Planting the Seed with Writing

I’ve often thought of writing as planting a seed. Each word we put on paper carries the potential to grow into something much greater than we ever imagined.

A seed looks small and simple initially, but once planted, nurtured, and given time, it can blossom into beauty, shade, and nourishment. Writing works the same way. That short journal entry, idea scribbled on a napkin, or story you’ve been hesitant to tell is more than just words; it’s a seed of transformation.

Giving your words space to grow can produce insight, healing, and even a legacy that outlives you. It takes patience and care like a garden, but the harvest is always worth it.

So, don’t wait for the “perfect time” or “perfect words.” Plant your seeds today. Write, nurture your ideas, and watch how they grow into something that blesses you and those around you.

Because sometimes, the smallest seeds make the biggest impact.

Dr. LaWanna Parker