I recently returned home to find a beautiful bouquet of unknown (to me) flowers! They became my companion in catching special fall light in the morning and in the evening. My search for their name took me to many places online (it is Veronica/speedwell variety - Veronica spicata). I learned that there is a mystery series with the same name! I could not puzzle out the shape of the inflorescence, but enjoyed the twisty flat end. And watched colors change with time.
Having them right in front of me resulted in playing with my materials more, with no results in mind, and it felt wonderful. I just said hi to them every day. Great gift - I recommend it for both giving and receiving! Here are some of the sketches: