Isn't it sad that we need a computer to find fellow gardeners in other states to share our thoughts and our accomplishments? So many
people find gardening or even growing a single tomato plant beneath them. When I was young, everyone had a garden, and almost
every house had some flowers planted around it. These days you never see peonies or Iris at all. I grew up at a time when people didn't
have it so easy, and we really appreciated what we had and how we lived. Here where I live, I see a lot of people who stand there with
their hand out asking for help, but not willing to try to help themselves. I don't want to offend anyone, so will keep the rest of my thoughts
to myself... but oh if you could read my mind! I have heard people make the comment that I need to get a life, meaning that I need to get
out of the house and party with the rest of "them". No thanks! Even if you guys are states away, we share a common purpose, and our
pride in what we do speaks to the inner strength that guides us. It connects us to our past, and often to people in our lives who are no
longer with us. I am happy to be here with you guys, and it's good to know that I'm not alone.
