I literally was nodding my head as I read this, after discovering your Substack via an Instagram post about Peonies, that’s a metaphor if its own. This speaks to me LOUDLY in a quiet voice that one only gets from nature . Thank you and I look forward to reading back through your other Substack
Appreciate that, and I’m now being thankful to the crazy IG algorithm that fed me your post. I’ve got a “thing” for Dahlias after discovering them after 50. Living in the Midwest teases us with thinking we can consistently get great results. It’s fun to take a run at it. Thanks again
Thank you, Debra, for a truly worthwhile "think" piece. (The picture alone bears a lot of gazing contemplation!) You said it so well; so many strongly linked thoughts. Real time, unplugged from everything, is good for everyone. I'm about to start reading a novel, Tinkers, since I see Marilynne Robinson recommends it. And she knows from luminous prose: read Housekeeping if you haven't. I will share your thoughtful essay, with its photo of tree accrued in value with age.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful message. I really appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the blog. Thank you also for passing it on and for the book recommendation.
I literally was nodding my head as I read this, after discovering your Substack via an Instagram post about Peonies, that’s a metaphor if its own. This speaks to me LOUDLY in a quiet voice that one only gets from nature . Thank you and I look forward to reading back through your other Substack
Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the post and I love the way you wrote your comment.
Appreciate that, and I’m now being thankful to the crazy IG algorithm that fed me your post. I’ve got a “thing” for Dahlias after discovering them after 50. Living in the Midwest teases us with thinking we can consistently get great results. It’s fun to take a run at it. Thanks again
Yes, dahlias can be addictive. You might find some helpful advice at our website, bearcreekfarm.com I think you will especially enjoy this blog, https://bearcreekfarm.com/blogs/news/northeast-vs-northwest-how-regional-differences-impact-flower-growing-success - it’s directed at Northeast growers but many of the same ideas apply to folks in the midwest.
Beautiful piece, thank you!
Thank you!
Thank you, Debra, for a truly worthwhile "think" piece. (The picture alone bears a lot of gazing contemplation!) You said it so well; so many strongly linked thoughts. Real time, unplugged from everything, is good for everyone. I'm about to start reading a novel, Tinkers, since I see Marilynne Robinson recommends it. And she knows from luminous prose: read Housekeeping if you haven't. I will share your thoughtful essay, with its photo of tree accrued in value with age.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful message. I really appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the blog. Thank you also for passing it on and for the book recommendation.