A letter to a friend: Dear Echinacea, I’m writing to say I’m sorry. OK? I’m sorry! I’m begging you please. I’m on my knees and I’m asking you to forgive me. I have said mean things about you. Well, not you, actually…. You understand that, right? I’ve always liked you. I wasn’t saying those things about you, yourself. I didn’t mean it to be … Continue reading Dear Echinacea…
Stone Bunny can’t come out and play right now. She’s hurt! That stupid, clutzy, fool-headed, doink-wad Referee stepped on her and broke her ear. Yeah him! The one the humans call Jim. He was trying to take a picture. This picture of some pretty purple and white phlox… He was focused on getting the perfect angle and he wasn’t paying any attention to her. All … Continue reading Stone Bunny and the Bastille Day Garden
Stone Bunny and her friends had a great weekend. They spent the holiday weekend engaged in a tremendous conversation about colors. Specifically … RED WHITE and BLUE It all got started on Friday, the Fourth of July. Stone Bunny doesn’t pay much attention to human affairs but she knows enough to aware of Independence Day. Oh yes! She has heard all about freedom and self-government. … Continue reading Stone Bunny and the Independence Day Garden
The judge bangs the gavel, declaring court in session. “Who brings this matter before the court?” “It is I, your honor. Liatris.”“What is your complaint?” asks the judge, staring sternly at Liatris. “Your honor, sir, “ Liatris replies. “I am here to request an injunction against Sunflower. I am asking that Sunflower be removed from the south side of the stump.”The judge continues to stare … Continue reading June 23, 2014 – Liatris v. Sunflower
Gloriosa Daisy speaks out, loudly and clearly, in his best stage voice. “This, my friends. This is what we were talking about.”“Great Performances.” Gloriosa continues, “Require an investment by the performer at every moment of the show.”“We must pay attention to details….”“While we expose the emotion which is in our soul.”“We must soar with a lilt…..”“like we are gliding towards heaven.”“There are moments in the … Continue reading June 16, 2014 – Great Performances
Stone Bunny has been hanging out on the stump lately.She’s been having a ball. Just a BALL. She came over here several weeks ago when the oxeye daisies started blooming.She thought that was fun. So she stuck around to watch the dianthus come on.She just loved the way they stood so tall and vibrant with so many pretty pastel colors.She couldn’t resist watching while the … Continue reading June 15, 2014 – Stone Bunny and the Stump Garden
Gloriosa Daisy opens his eyes, looks around and says “Oh Yeah! This is gonna be a great year.”Old Gloriiosa has been striving to bloom for weeks now.He’s very nearly there.Striving. Striving to bloom. Striving to lead. Striving to be the most awesome flower ever! Nasturtium looks up from below and cheers him on.“Come on Gloriosa. We believe in you.” says Nasturtium.Red Red Rose agrees. “Come … Continue reading June 11, 2014 – Striving
Doctor Spring stands by the door of the clinic. He grips his well worn doctor’s bag in his left hand while he shakes the hand of his replacement with his right. Doctor Summer is here to take over. It is time for Spring to move on. He has performed a great service, healing many patients, but he must take his leave now. He will rest … Continue reading June 6, 2014 – Doctor Spring Moves On
“Hello. I am Doctor Spring. I am here to help.”“Sir, please do not pick the ants from the peonies.”“Yes. Thank you, sir. Please remain calm and keep your hands at your sides. There, that’s perfect. Sir, I have been reviewing your file and it is clear to me – obvious, really – that you are experiencing Pervasive Peony Picking disorder. You see, sir, you cannot … Continue reading May 23, 2014 – Doctor Spring Returns
Stone Bunny is sitting atop a rock today so she can have a nice view of Rhododendron.Over there with her friend SpireaStone Bunny is so proud of Rhododendron today. She is so prettyAnd vibrant.Yes, Stone Bunny is quite pleased today. You see, Bunny was worried about Rhododendron. We had a hard winter and no other member of the garden community had to experience the long, … Continue reading May 21, 2014 – Stone Bunny and Rhododendron
In Jim's Garden 