It is my favorite place to be.
Weeding, digging, and planting has always been therapeutic for me.
When my hands are busy in the soil, the cares and trials of life tend to disappear.
I can focus on the work at hand and appreciate the beauty of a simple flower or how the greenery moves in the breeze.
It also serves as inspiration.
It connects me with our Magnificent Creator.
It restores my soul.
Praying each of you today can find something that brings joy and peace. It just may be found in the garden.
Hugs
Debbie
"Now the Lord God had planted a garden in the east in Eden, and there he put the man he had formed." Genesis 2:8 (NIV)
Dear Debbie, you have tremendous talent. 👏 And your photos are beautiful and captivating.
ReplyDeleteI like how you followed the story - Keeping busy, looking for the beauty of life, how it inspires you, puts you in touch with the Creator, and gives you peace. What a beautiful path.
ReplyDeleteOh, Debbie, what an artistic gift the Lord has blessed you with! We are all enriched by your willingness to share these with all of us. May we all be inspired to slow down and drink in every moment of life that God has given us. Blessings always!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful garden and paintings.
ReplyDeleteYour artwork is so beautiful, I love it! The garden is surely a great inspiration! Hands in the soil and tending to plants is so healing! Hugs, Judy.
ReplyDeleteHaving a garden is wonderful, and I'm glad you find so much peace in yours. The last white flowers are so pretty. I have been wanting to get a pot of roses at the nursery. There are so many squirrels scurrying about that it distracts me a bit from gardening. Your artwork is very nice, Debbie. You certainly do have a talent for drawing. I wish you a sweet May week.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos. There is so much in the garden to inspire you. Your paintings are so pretty. I hope you continue to enjoy every bit of it! Have a great week and holiday weekend.
ReplyDeleteYour gardens are lovely and your paintings amazing!
ReplyDeleteI have struggled with back issues for a week or more. Feeling more like myself ,I need to get back in the dirt.
Cathy
Dear Debbie, Your posts, articles, quotes, drawings are so impressive and precious. Thank you very much. Keep up your blog. Kind regards, Sadami
ReplyDeleteLovely irises and beautiful paintings.
ReplyDeleteA lovely post. I agree-I am so filled with peace as I work in my gardens. I love to see your beautiful art too.
ReplyDeleteGardening and art are both so restorative. I hope you're enjoying some spring simple pleasures!
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