Grace Notes

God’s (Perfect) Timing

The first bud on my “Christmas” cactus opened up in full bloom November 2. It’s delicate layers of translucent red petals extend from the ends of a series of leaf segments, a cheery contrast to the green all around. By the time you read this column, I expect to be seeing bursts of pink, yellow, and white blossoms, as well.

When I set my house plants outside this past summer, I did so with the expec…