I could have chosen any vehicle really, so why gardening? Well, I have an overwhelmingly big backyard that is overgrown in spots, suffering from neglect and has absolutely no existing landscaping. Besides that, I have very little disposable income, I'm really out of shape, and I have almost no knowledge of gardening whatsoever.
I can hear you thinking, "Then why, on Earth, would you chose gardening? Aren't you setting yourself up for a fall?"
Maybe. I may fall flat on my face, but as I said, this is a vehicle to connect with God, and what better way than by experiencing miracles? And that is what I'm expecting. I'm expecting to make my yard a sanctuary, no matter how long it takes, and in the process, I'm expecting to grow stronger and happier and healthier. It's already in my God box. (More about my God box later!)
So, are you ready to see what I have to work with?
Ah! A blank canvas. Yum! The very best kind. What is your exposure? I always spend a LOT of time on a new yard, just walking around, at different times of day, during different seasons, taking in the angle of the light, the prevailing winds, high spots, wet low spots, etc. I also wander around with a shovel, digging in various places, to check the soil...
ReplyDeleteThat spot by the shed gets the most sun. I'm planning to put in a couple of raised beds there for a vegetable garden. Beyond that, I have lots of ideas, but I'm just taking one step at a time, concentrating on cleanup right now. I'd surely love to ready your gardening blog, Becky! So, start writing, yes?
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