The First Welcome Faces to Appear

A fleeting brilliance: fragments of spring unfolding wherever I go

Lately, as I walk down the street, I can feel the world filling up with vibrant colors. During this time of seasonal change, I find myself looking up and taking in my surroundings a little more than usual.

The First Welcome Faces to Appear

The first to greet me were, as always, the yellow cornelian cherries and forsythias. Watching these friends bloom before their leaves emerge, I feel the vitality that has endured the long winter, and it lifts my spirits. When rows of yellow flowers lining the roadside come into view, my steps toward daily life feel a little lighter than usual.

And the magnolia buds, which have been waiting wrapped in their fluffy white coats, are now getting ready to reveal their elegant beauty. Looking at those firm, pristine buds on the verge of bursting open, I feel a flutter of excitement, as if a dream I’ve cherished for so long is about to come true.

The Romance and Wishes of Cherry Blossoms

As time passes and the cherry blossoms bloom in full splendor, the world will transform into a dreamy landscape of soft pink. Cherry blossoms are dazzling even when they hang on the trees, but the real story begins when the petals start to drift.

Have you ever gently caught a cherry blossom petal as it drifted down on the wind? There’s a saying that if you catch a falling petal, your wish will come true. Even the sight of people reaching out to catch that fleeting moment feels as beautiful as a scene in itself.

There’s no need to be sad just because the flowers have fallen. The cherry blossom petals piled up in a corner of the street create a different kind of beauty, as if a pink carpet had been laid out. It’s a scene that offers a calm and subtle afterglow, distinct from the splendor of the blossoms on the tree.

The perfect cherry blossom experience: capturing myself in a photo

How could you not take a photo amidst such a beautiful scene? When that moment comes, deciding on a lip color to add a touch of vibrancy is a delightful challenge.

If you want to blend in with the cherry blossoms:

Try a light pink or coral lip balm that matches the color of the petals for a subtle tint. It creates a watercolor-like effect as you blend in with the blossoms.

If you want to stand out among the flowers:

Try a rose or red shade that’s a bit more vivid than the cherry blossoms. With the delicate petals serving as a backdrop, it will make your face look even more radiant and vibrant in the photo.

Perhaps it’s because they bloom and fade so quickly that these flowers feel all the more precious and poignant. This spring, why not catch a single falling petal and make a wish you’ve been holding in your heart?