THE LAST WORD
Gardens are indeed
magical places that bring
forth life, support life,
and give back to us in
mysterious, yet, tangible
ways. They improve the
way we connect with
life and, by proxy, each
other. In addition to its
bounty, a garden, with
its natural beauty, can
heal, inspire, uplift, and
stir our emotions. So
much so, philosopher and
author Khalil Gibran (The
Prophet) was compelled to
write, “Sadness is a wall
between two gardens.”
“ I was to
learn how
gardening
played an
indispensable
role in helping
him heal from
a difficult and
lingering illness.”
When we truly connect with our garden, regardless of its
dimensions or type, seeds are planted within us that take root,
grow, and yield a world of healthy dividends. So much so, I
am compelled to write, “Gardens... I dig ‘em.” Not as poetic as
Gibran, but a nice double entendre.
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