Daffodils bloom in Bonny Doon, California, representing resilience and hope for residents recovering from the 2020 CZU fires and the pandemic. Michael Geluardi initiated a community effort to plant these flowers as a symbol of renewal after the devastating fire destroyed 1,500 structures. While some community members expressed a preference for native species, the daffodils have become a powerful symbol of hope for many residents like Shannon Robbins, who sought to uplift their community during a challenging time.
"The vision was that we would plant them in the winter, after the fires, and they would come up in the spring as a symbol of renewal."
"I think because the fire knocked us down at our knees, most people just needed something for hope."
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