Marigolds.

This article, titled "Marigolds," describes the experience of the author, John, who lives in the Lower Delaware watershed. John brings marigolds from his garden inside to protect them from frost, and notices a praying mantis on the leaves. He observes the mantis closely before gently moving it outside. The article concludes with John contemplating the vastness of the universe. The text is a personal reflection on nature and the beauty of the world around us. [Extracted from the article]