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Hollow trees hold secrets, haints, and sometimes wisdom. Hollow trees are usually diseased or have an unresolved decay issue developed from a wound of some kind. In nature, they sometimes die, fall, are removed instantly from the landscape or are disregarded as something on the to-do list. Hollow trees, however, hold secrets that are only revealed to some. There is a hollow tree along a road less traveled that I have become acquainted with. When

Gifts…we Love them…but do we say Thank You? Gifts are to be received with joy. Usually gifts are given out of love and appreciation. Given with minimal expectations, except for one or two. The giver would like for the recipient to use the gift. The other expectation should go unsaid, if you have manners, a Thank You is in order and appropriate. What does this have to do with the garden? OUR WORDS AS GIFTS

Denver has a blue bear that stands tall by the Convention Center. Curiously peering into the window, just checking up in what might be happening. Thoughts about Denver have been on my mind since the Garden Bloggers Fling. In June, I was packing for the Garden Bloggers Fling 2019. This year, Denver, Colorado was the host City. For 5 days, it was this gardener’s mini-vacation or as some called it Garden Camp for Adults. Yes…we

Denver was the location for the Garden Bloggers Fling 2019. A new adventure for some, a different state for others and meeting new friends for all. Everyone had a terrific time! Denver was a Garden Bloggers fling I was certain to attend. Having visited once before, this Midwestern city was definitely etched in my mind. A friend of mine, Winston Walker piqued my interest in Denver about 5 years ago. On that visit, Winston took

From one season to the next, while we wait for the next bloom, we often wonder…then what? Then what? A message that has been planted in my mental garden. Message’s are sent to enlighten, advise and to share knowledge. Sometimes we are sent messages to make us think. If you listen carefully, the garden sends us message’s that we might miss if we are simply too busy. As I become more seasoned, I listen to