Spring is really here! You can feel it in the warmth of the sun, see it in the buds on the trees, the shifting shades of green, and the small surprises breaking through the soil. And welcome back, daylight after 5 p.m.—we’ve missed you.
There’s a quiet energy in this season—an invitation, really. For gardeners, it’s go time: cleaning out last year’s remnants, loosening the soil, and preparing the ground for what’s next. It’s not the most glamorous part of growth. It’s often messy, filled with effort and fertilizer. But it’s essential. What blooms later—flowers, vegetables, fruit—only comes to life because the space was prepared.
In the same way, peace doesn’t arrive all on its own. It, too, is cultivated. It’s the result of intentional work—of clearing space, making room, removing what hinders, and nurturing what sustains. Peace is not passive. It’s a choice. A practice. A daily decision to live in trust and hope for what’s ahead.
Whether you’re preparing a garden, a home, a relationship, or your own mindset for something new—this season is a reminder that the labor beneath the surface matters. It sets the stage for everything to come.
May this spring bring with it the promise of peace and the quiet joy of watching what you’ve nurtured begin to grow.
With love and grace,
Rev. Dr. Karin Derenne
Spiritual Services Director
Miravida Living
At Miravida Living, our beliefs shape the way we care for and support one another. They guide our interactions, strengthen our community, and reflect the deep commitment we have to our elders and those who walk alongside them. These values are more than words—they are lived out daily in the meaningful moments experienced by our community members: residents, team members, family, and friends.
Our Beliefs
- We love others.
- We live joyfully.
- We cultivate peacefulness.
- We cherish patience.
- We choose kindness.
- We exemplify faithfulness.
- We commit to gentleness.
- We employ self-control.