"I Brought You Flowers" Stranger Than Fiction

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Recently, I watched a wonderful movie called, "Stranger Than Fiction". Its main character, Harold Crick (played by Will Ferrell), an IRS agent, realizes that every one of his actions is being narrated by some outside source. Having been warned of his imminent death, Harold consults a literary professional and determines that he must figure out whether his life story is a tragedy or a comedy. He meets a baker, Miss Pascal, while conducting an audit. He falls in love with her, and at one point, brings her bags of flour saying, "I brought you flours". Now, when I watched the movie for the first time, I was confused as to what these little bags were. I thought maybe they were actual flowers, possibly buds in little bags. But having done my research, I realized that the scene was a clever, heartwarming, and original play on bringing someone "flowers". It got me to thinking of the other little things (flower-like things) that people give to bring others happiness and joy. For me, it's caribou coffees mostly. But even smaller than that, its the smile or kind word that can really turn a day around. I wish to write about things that bring happiness and joy to people. I want this space to be one of refuge, where only the silver lining of the cloud is revealed. I was talking to my mom earlier today, feeling very upset about being sick (very minor and with no terrible symptoms). She told me that frequently, if we tell ourselves we will get better and we remain positive about our state, that we actually tend to get better sooner. I took these words to heart, and already, I'm feeling better. It's a relief to know that when we believe in something, like getting better, it makes it that much more possible in reality. In my own small way, I want to bring belief in the positive in whatever way I can. For myself, for my family and friends, and to any who stumble upon these humble posts, I want to spread belief in the best things life can offer. So, simply, my goal is to bring you flowers.