Growing flowers for the soul purpose of cutting them is a luxury for sure, but we gardeners/farmers know that isn't the only reason to nurture a blossoming flower patch. We do it to create memories. Memories for ourselves and each other. We do it to learn, share and grow deeper in love with the wonder of gardening. We want and need to be in awe of something greater than ourselves. We need to witness miracles, beauty and life to thrive. What better way than to get down and dirty with the ingredients nature gave us and go to work!
I have you to thank my dear blogging friends for an idea that woke me up bright and early this morning!
I've noticed with each flower post I do, many of you share a ' flower story or memory " with me in the comments section.
With your permission I would love to include YOUR flower memories/stories in my first book titled:
YARD FLOWERS and GARDEN MEMORIES for the BUDDING flower lover in you.
Fall in LOVE with flowers. Grow a patch of memories in your own backyard
Whether its a simple phrase like Tasos comment below this image,
" These flowers always make me think of old fashioned gardens, where only
useful plants were planted. Love that bountiful feeling ". ~ Taso
or a three page story I invite you to share them all! What better way to bring a photo to life than a story to go with it?
I'll be featuring common old fashioned/ heirloom flowers and shrubs in my book such as: Forsythia, Lilac, Cosmos, Zinnias, Oriental Lilly's, Sunflowers, Tiger Lilly's, Hollyhocks, Hydrangea, Dahlias, Delphinium, Black Eyed Susan's, Shasta Daisies, Cone Flower, Bachelor Buttons, Egg Plant on a Stick, Phlox, Nasturtium, Clematis, Day Lilly's and more!
Let's get more ideas sprouting!
Share your garden memories too! All stories will be considered for possible contributions to my book!
Email YOUR flower stories to: djdandelionhouse@gmail.com
Thank you for all the inspiration and support!
What else would you like me to include? Soil prep, organic feeding and
pest control, design for small flower beds, up-cycled garden containers,
ways to share your flowers...etc...
What a wonderful idea ! I to love my flower gardens and getting down and dirty with them planting , weeding and watching butterfly's and bees enjoy them to ! I love to spend a quiet evening as the sun sets watering each and every one of them as I have a wonderful chat with them all with my Miggy at my side . Lovely photos and post !
ReplyDeleteThank you country gal!
DeleteA garden of memories, lovely!
ReplyDeleteYes indeed!
DeleteHow I love all your pretty flowers! Your nasturtiums remind me of my sweet Gramma. She always grea them and as a little girl I loved picking them. They look so sweet in your big tea kettle.
ReplyDeleteHave a happy day and thanks for your lovely blog post!
Blessings,
Carolynn xo
Thank you Chenille Cottage!
DeleteIsn't that the fun of gardening? I have so many stories attached to plants. I would be proud to be in your book. My favorite story is http://birdsbeesberriesblooms.blogspot.com/2012/06/rose-by-any-other-name.html
ReplyDeleteI so love your blog. You are a creative woman. I am going to plant more cut flowers next year thanks to you. I have the spot all picked out. Good luck with your book.
Thanks so much! I look forward to reading your post and I'll add it to my growing list of flower stories! I'm thrilled you've mapped out a plot for cut flowers next year! It will be fun to watch it grow!
DeleteWhat a glorious idea! That whole paragraph under your glowing dahlia must be included in your book. A 'spot-on' sentiment! I truly can't wait to see the finished book, as I'm sure you will do it magnificently! And thank you for quoting me, I'd be honored to contribute!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Taso! I'm excited to share these stories and the beauty of backyard cut flower gardening! The first paragraph is on my intro page!
DeleteYour zinnias are lovely by the way!
Thanks dear Dolly!
ReplyDeleteYes, I LOVE this idea Deb dear. Focus, focus, focus.
ReplyDelete"Perfecting and selling your writing is a lifelong tast. If you are a persistent writer you can expect your abilities to improve with time. Success is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm.
Winston Churchill
Persevere! Love,
S
Oh wonderful Sharon! I'm glad this idea clicked with you... I hoped it would!
ReplyDeleteI'll keep you posted as I tap and snap away to the finish line!
sending love,
Deb
Love this idea. It's a good one. Always enjoy your flower pictures.
ReplyDeleteMy mother's and Grandmother's favorite flowers were lilacs. When the lilacs were in bloom there was always a large vase over flowing with them in the center of big dinning room table. Lilacs remain one of my favorite flowers today.
@ 3Beeze Homestead
Thank you Snooks! I'll note your story!
ReplyDeleteI love all of your flower pictures. They are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea and so true, I share with you the love for flowers and I enjoy encounters with nature.;)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend,
xoxo
I do have a flower story called "Walking Among Flowers" that I posted on my blog today. If you want to use any parts of it I'd be pleased to share, just let me know. You can read at http://deborahbrasket.workpress.com/
ReplyDeleteAs my youngest 3 kids are the only ones left at home and the youngest being 9, this year I have spent time in my flower beds and vegetable garden. I have taken pictures too. I love the out of doors.
ReplyDeleteLove your blog, I´ll like to share my pictures of "Night queen" a special cactus. You can read at http://mplantasyvida.blogspot.com/2012/04/como-puedo-sembrar-una-planta-de-cactus.html
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