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Yellow Lilies

April 6, 2024

I wanted to mark my “15 years cancer-free” by going to Christianson’s Nursery and buying a huge Alaska cedar which I’ve always wanted.

Instead, at Fred Meyer’s, while I was buying my customary pink geraniums for my patio pots, I saw these and couldn’t resist. I mean, they’re yellow and cheerful. How could you not celebrate with them? 🤸‍♀️

Oh, who am I kidding? We all know I’m going to end up with that Alaska cedar as well. 😉😂

About Marie de Haan

Marie is a gifted pianist, playing since the age of nine. As a teenager, she composed mainly instrumental piano music. She released her powerful debut single, “I Am Broken,” on October 22, 2020, a song whose creation drew heavily upon the trauma she endured as a victim of childhood sexual abuse. Marie held a benefit concert on September 10, 2021, in Skagit County. A portion of the proceeds went to CrossRoads Youth Ranch; this local organization—through equine therapy—empowers “at-risk and sexually exploited youth to heal, grow, and thrive.” She has continued to write music: Christian, folk, and country. Marie loves hiking, gardening, and photography. The Pacific Northwest—where she lives with her husband—is the backdrop for her favorite activities.