The Miracle Bloom

    By Harish Duggaraju

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    06 Jul, 2024

    a painting of a man sitting in a garden with a potted plant in front of him and a house in the background, Bapu, samikshavad, a character portrait, official art

    Gopal was tending to his garden, carefully nurturing a special seedling, a gift from a wandering monk. It was said to bloom into a flower of breathtaking beauty.

    a man standing in front of a house holding a plant in his hand and a potted plant in the other hand, Bhupen Khakhar, samikshavad, a character portrait, official art

    A neighbour passed by, chuckling at Gopal’s persistence. 'Gopal, you’re wasting your time,' he laughed, pointing at the seemingly ordinary plant.

    a man standing in a field of flowers holding a paper in his hand and pointing to the ground with a paper in his hand, Bhupen Khakhar, environmental art, a character portrait, official art

    Despite the doubt, Gopal remained steadfast. Every day, he watered the plant, spoke softly to it, and shielded it from the harsh sun. He sang it old folk songs and stories of his ancestors.

    a man in a green vest standing in a forest with flowers and trees around him, with a painting of him, Bholekar Srihari, samikshavad, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    Gopal's love for the plant, fueled by the monk’s promise, became his quiet strength. His unwavering commitment was a testament to his faith and patience.

    a man standing in a garden with flowers and trees in the background, with a painting of him in the foreground, Bhupen Khakhar, samikshavad, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    One morning, a miracle unfolded. A single, vibrant bud had emerged on the plant. It was as if the plant had bloomed overnight, a symbol of Gopal’s unwavering commitment.

    a painting of a man in a field of flowers with a tree in the background and a sun in the sky, Bholekar Srihari, samikshavad, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    News of the miraculous flower spread like wildfire, and the villagers, once mocking, now stood in awe. Gopal's patience and unwavering faith had been rewarded.

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    The flower, a vibrant crimson, pulsed with an inner light, its petals unfurling like a celestial tapestry. It shone like a beacon in the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.

    a man with a mustache and a beard standing in a field of flowers with butterflies flying around him and a sunburst in the background, Bikash Bhattacharjee, magical realism, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    Its sweet, intoxicating fragrance filled the air, resonating with an ancient magic. It was unlike anything the villagers had ever seen, a true testament to Gopal’s perseverance.

    a man with a beard and a beard standing in front of flowers and trees with a bright sun in the background, Chris LaBrooy, magical realism, a character portrait, character portrait

    Gopal looked at his creation with a quiet joy. He had not simply grown a flower; he had cultivated a testament to hope, persistence, and the magic that unfolds when one waits patiently.

    a painting of a man standing in a field of flowers with a group of people behind him and a building in the background, Bhupen Khakhar, samikshavad, a character portrait, promotional image

    The villagers, humbled and inspired, gathered around the magnificent bloom. Gopal's unwavering faith and patience had led to a miracle, inspiring them to believe in the power of perseverance.

    a painting of a man in a colorful outfit standing in a street with flowers in front of him and a crowd of people in the background, Bholekar Srihari, samikshavad, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    The villagers learned a valuable lesson that day. The most beautiful things, they realised, take time, patience, and unwavering belief, just like Gopal's miraculous flower.

    a painting of a man in a white shirt and a bunch of people in the background with flowers in his hand, Bholekar Srihari, samikshavad, a character portrait, jayison devadas

    Gopal's story served as a reminder that time, while it can destroy, can also perfect. It was a testament to the power of faith, hope, and patience in the face of doubt.

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