‘Give Them Flowers Now’

Mary Madison Contributor In 1986, I was gifted a very special book by our school librarian:  “Leaves of Gold.” The book is a collection of literary pieces by ancient and modern authors. The above title, “Give Them Flowers Now” by Leigh M. Hodges, has weighed heavy with me, and I have referenced this poem to a multitude of individuals for their inspiring actions. For more than five decades I have been reading and contributing to the Monticello News. It is my desire and intention to in