Growing something, whether it's a flower or a food or a tree, is a beautiful gift to ourselves and to future generations.
In fact, The National Garden Bureau has come up with a great-grandmother-worthy top 10 list answering the question "Why garden?"
The answers include safe, healthy food; relaxation; exercise; creativity; emotional needs; and spiritual connections. I think you'll find the entire list interesting.
This concept of tending the soul through gardening is "taking root," so to speak, at hospitals. Many medical facilities are adding or increasing their use of gardens to treat both mental and physical ailments.
If you know someone undergoing treatment or if you just want to enjoy a garden, this database of healing gardens may be of help.
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Do you think maybe this theory has something to do with why mourners sometimes find cemetaries peaceful? Most cemetaries are full of lush green grass, flowers, & shade trees. Hm.
BTW, I like the new "look" of the blog. Very "green."
Melissa: Your theory about cemeteries makes a lot of sense. I have said cemeteries should be made into playgrounds, to help us all enjoy the circle of life in a beautiful setting. I don't think that's gonna happen anytime soon, though.... Thanks for the compliment on the new look. I think it's cleaner. :)
I agree with Melissa. And with g-gmother about cemeteries being child-friendly, if not playgrounds.
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