What’s the difference between these two paragraphs below? (Hint: There’s no right or wrong answer.)
One Saturday last summer, I was ready to begin my usual mid-day gardening. The hydrangeas needed to be watered and there was much weeding to do. Humming a tune, I was feeling grateful for the beautiful day, and yet, apprehensive. I’d argued with my neighbor a few days earlier, and had been wondering if we’d ever talk again. As I looked up from my weeding, a lovely calm swept over me as I saw her crossing the yard. …
It was a hot, sunny Saturday. With my sturdy gardening belt, I set out for the backyard. It was time to water the hydrangeas and pull out some of those stubborn weeds that had been encroaching on the strawberries. I’d just found the right soundtrack for the afternoon on my iPod, when I looked up and saw my neighbor sheepishly crossing the yard. After our argument last week I didn’t think we’d ever talk again. But God is good! As she walked over, I couldn’t help but smile. …
