Turk's Cap

A little history which is fascinating to me so I hope it is for you as well. This unique flower, scientifically known as Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii, was named after a Thomas Drummond in the 1700s. He was a Scottish botanist who travelled to Texas and Mexico to collect specimens of plants and birds.

The name Turk's Cap transpired from a fez, a red felt hat worn by Turkish men in the olden days.

However, I do not understand, yet, what's the connection between Thomas Drummond and turkish hats! To me, this flower looks more like an epee, a fencing sword... don't you think so?

So today... as this rare beautiful flower carries a name which symbolizes protection, let us journey on to the subject of Confidence: Today's most important virtue of life. 

Confidence... thrives on honesty, on honor, on the sacredness of obligations, on faithful protection, and on unselfish performance. Without them, it cannot live. (Franklin D Roosevelt)

We all learn our virtues at home before we hit the schools and society.  Amongst the many important virtues of life, self-confidence is today's most important virtue. Confidence encompasses other virtues such as courage, discipline, and diligence... which directly shows society you are also someone who is kind, patient, and respectful.   

You were born with 100% confidence and as life goes on, our confidence bounces up and down because of good and bad experiences. Have you thought about your own level of confidence? Have you gone astray or backslid a bit? Or, have you advanced up the ladder?

Protect your confidence. 

The only person who can pull me down is myself (C. Joybell)

Defend what you believe in.

As long as you have life and breath, BELIEVE!  Believe for those who cannot. Believe even if you have stopped believing. Believe for love.  Believe to keep your heart beating. (Mark Helprin)

Safeguard your heart 

"May your heart keep fast hold of my words. Keep my commandments and continue living. Acquire wisdom, acquire understanding. Do not leave wisdom and it will keep you.  Love it and it will safeguard you." (Proverbs 4:4-6)

Own your confidence...

Live positively. 

Boost strengths. 

Steer clear from doubt. 

Ignore when necessary.

Integrity is first. 

Above all, know who you are, accept you, love yourself unconditionally!