Maximum Yield USA October/November 2020 | Page 34

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. 34 Maximum Yield