Summer Fun in the Garden? | Laveda D. Rockford

 

Summer Fun in the Garden?

As you know I have been planting a new flower garden. Since I am the only one working on it, it has taken me quite a while to get things done. But it is a wonderful thing to look out into the yard and see the progress. I already had iris, roses, Rose of Sharon, daylilies, and Shasta daisies blooming. Yes, okay, one Shasta daisy so far but they are newly planted and to watch one blossom into a beautiful flower is wonderful. Here are a few photos of my flower garden.

This is a Hydrangea Tree that will bloom later this summer. It is surrounded by Whirling Butterflies (Gaura) and violas. Did you notice the jar in the center? I painted it to look like a concrete yard ornament matching our Bird bath. 

While working on it, I used foam to keep water from entering the cavity. However, the jar, which I bought at a secondhand store, had a crack in it. Well, the foam found that crack and, yes, it almost destroyed my jar. I had to wait until the foam set and painted all of the cracks that appeared after that terrible happening and filled them in with silicone. It turned out nicely. I wanted it to look ancient, and I really think it does now.

What a funny thing to happen. It made me think about how God can use anyone. If you have ever thought that you were broken or an old, cracked pot, He can use you anyway if you give Him the chance. He is the best at changing hearts, minds, and circumstances for the good of those who love Him. We may not understand what He is doing, but I know that He is good.

I painted my Aunts bicycle, too. 

I started this flower garden because after a long and difficult day, there is nothing like looking at something beautiful. It may not look like much to you, but when it is completely cultivated and each flower is placed where I think it should be, I think you will like it, too.

Well, have a safe holiday and remember, God loves you and He loves me, too!

Love always,

Laveda D. Rockford

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