Green foxtail love

It has been raining for the past few days. It is the rainy season in Japan, but what is contrary to the norm is, schools have been closed. It is because of possible landslide warning issued by the city office in fear of the recent Osaka earthquake occurred in June 18, 2018.

We were watching the rain fall in our backyard and saw the drains filled with water, and the grass wet from the rain and the raindrops on the fence. What captivated me was a single green foxtail grass standing amidst the rain. The flashing green color and the raindrops on the grass made it exceptionally prepossessing. Aritya was looking at it too and we both enjoyed the serenity of the rain and the beautiful grass. Little that I know, that Aritya was determined to get the foxtail after the rain ceased (after a few days). He plucked the foxtail grass, got rid of the excessive leaves and handed it over to me. I was touched by his act of kindness and love and told him so. I Since then, every time we go for a walk, to explore the ‘wilderness’ of the world, and every time he spots the green foxtail, he will pluck them and gave them to me. This practice has continued for some time now and I have collected quite several green foxtails on my shelf. Whenever I questioned his endearing act, he says ‘because you like it (foxtail) and I love amma’. That was one of the many nicest things that I have heard him say and do. The capacity of a 3 year old to exhibit and share his love is something that we all can imitate and pursuit.