For readers who understand that patience can lead to surprising gifts, this bookmark tells the tale of a honeybee who lingered when others moved on. Handmade on recycled cardstock, it combines bee artwork with a thoughtful short story, making The Bee Who Waited a gentle reminder of trust, resilience, and eco-friendly artistry. Product Details You choose Option One: 1 bookmark (No sleeves or tassels)Option Two: 1 Bookmark, 1 reusable sleeve, 1 tassel (assorted colors) Dimensions: 2" x 6" Original artwork was created with watercolor and ink Printed in small batches using vibrant pigment-based inks Ships with 100% recycled, reused, or reclaimed materials Origin: Paper made in U.S.A, printed in U.S.A., sleeve and tassel made in China About the Paper Finish: Matte Sustainability Notes: Heavy metal and chlorine free 100% recycled recyclable biodegradable Made with renewable hydroelectric power (not energy credits) About the Artist Shannon Marie strives to capture real, beautiful, every day moments printed with the earth in mind. Every piece has an original story created to go with it. The story acts as a reminder to slow down and enjoy the small day-to-day moments. It is her hope, when you look at this bookmark, you will be encouraged to do just that, and that you will have peace of mind, knowing it was made in an eco-friendly manner. Story In a quiet, misty meadow touched by morning light, a little bee lingered behind while the others hurried on. She didn’t know why she felt the urge to stay, only that something in her heart whispered, wait. The flower before her was small, bent by storms, and nearly forgotten. But she remembered the words her Maker had written into creation: that the last shall be first, and that even the least of these are seen. So she stayed. As she waited, the sun warmed the petals, and what had seemed withered began to bloom. From deep within the quiet, somber flower flowed a sweetness richer than any she'd ever found — a hidden provision, prepared just for her. The other bees spoke of dry fields and empty blossoms, but she had learned what they hadn’t: when you follow the Shepherd’s leading, even the most unlikely place can overflow. Day by day, in the seasons to come, it was in her quiet path that the meadow bloomed the brightest. “The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.”— Lamentations 3:25
