tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post3969580727519755610..comments2024-01-19T10:47:36.411-08:00Comments on Roses and Other Gardening Joys: How Do You Feel?HolleyGardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-90116776455822134592013-11-23T14:27:32.229-08:002013-11-23T14:27:32.229-08:00yes, there are bits that are coming together perfe...yes, there are bits that are coming together perfectly. And still a final stretch that we haven't planted yet, which yells PLANT me whenever I walk past eyes carefully averted.Diana Studerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12286066768376135880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-20198585657692315652013-11-19T05:57:13.185-08:002013-11-19T05:57:13.185-08:00It's all about being satisfied with what we ha...It's all about being satisfied with what we have, isn't it? So glad your little garden is bringing you such a large amount of joy.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-63464607356116475262013-11-17T00:43:47.526-08:002013-11-17T00:43:47.526-08:00When I see gardens in magazines ore TV I am dreami...When I see gardens in magazines ore TV I am dreaming what it would feel like having a garden like that. I am gardening on 100 m2 and I often wish my garden was larger. But when I look outside I am so proud what this little garden is bringing me.<br />Your garden is great Holley.<br />Have a wonderful day.Marijkehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12848940570958437408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-84479945312296633452013-11-15T05:52:28.783-08:002013-11-15T05:52:28.783-08:00And that's a wonderful thing to be - satisfied...And that's a wonderful thing to be - satisfied. Like most of us, money and labor are the two biggest design challenges I face! :)HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-90069511131702500912013-11-15T05:50:32.083-08:002013-11-15T05:50:32.083-08:00I think that you have a good point. No matter how...I think that you have a good point. No matter how large or small our own garden, or what type of style, our own gardens are best. They're what we've labored over, loved, and dream of every night.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-75957165928900814612013-11-15T05:49:13.071-08:002013-11-15T05:49:13.071-08:00It's those glimpses of beauty that keep us goi...It's those glimpses of beauty that keep us going. They're what we remember, and continue to dream about.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-52403724768569111722013-11-15T05:48:23.896-08:002013-11-15T05:48:23.896-08:00I think that is the hope of most of us. :)I think that is the hope of most of us. :)HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-9873837256269795422013-11-15T05:47:16.004-08:002013-11-15T05:47:16.004-08:00Promise and potential! I love that! I think most...Promise and potential! I love that! I think most of my garden, to me, is full of promise and potential. I just need to work out the wrinkles! (That's what I keep telling myself anyway!)HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-53118980525424689112013-11-15T05:46:03.216-08:002013-11-15T05:46:03.216-08:00I worry about mine getting that way. And I guess ...I worry about mine getting that way. And I guess every enthusiastic gardener eventually feels like that. I think you either change your garden to mostly shrubs that don't need a lot of maintenance, or you hire help! I guess there's a third option - just ignore the weeds!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-66418247110953983972013-11-15T05:44:41.852-08:002013-11-15T05:44:41.852-08:00You're right, Kris. Without joy, we wouldn...You're right, Kris. Without joy, we wouldn't continue to garden, and without misgivings, we wouldn't continue trying to improve our gardens.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-73221409669232150712013-11-15T05:43:33.754-08:002013-11-15T05:43:33.754-08:00You really are, to us garden bloggers, the represe...You really are, to us garden bloggers, the representative of your country. I am so glad you are safe, and I hope your country will be able to work through these dark days.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-90456635152366301172013-11-15T05:42:12.341-08:002013-11-15T05:42:12.341-08:00Patience. The never-ending lesson of the garden. ...Patience. The never-ending lesson of the garden. I guess if we were always satisfied, we wouldn't continue to dream.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-46690890337689475892013-11-15T05:39:15.319-08:002013-11-15T05:39:15.319-08:00And they are always changing!And they are always changing!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-12019887742003225942013-11-15T05:39:00.231-08:002013-11-15T05:39:00.231-08:00I hope all your dreams for your garden come true!I hope all your dreams for your garden come true!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-38012257824603196882013-11-15T05:38:38.799-08:002013-11-15T05:38:38.799-08:00Nadezda, my garden really does help me in my life....Nadezda, my garden really does help me in my life. It has been my love, my joy, and my consoler. HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-73228274144034253252013-11-15T05:37:45.893-08:002013-11-15T05:37:45.893-08:00Oh, I'm thankful I don't have to deal with...Oh, I'm thankful I don't have to deal with snow (usually). But planning is a good thing! Enjoy!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-44731524772032936542013-11-15T05:37:09.779-08:002013-11-15T05:37:09.779-08:00haha - I only get 15 second glimpses now and then!...haha - I only get 15 second glimpses now and then! ;) HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-75983064878258810692013-11-15T05:36:19.829-08:002013-11-15T05:36:19.829-08:00Rain makes such a difference! Not only in our gar...Rain makes such a difference! Not only in our gardens, but in our attitudes! SO glad you got some!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-80666162688985460162013-11-15T05:34:09.574-08:002013-11-15T05:34:09.574-08:00I think that is a very important point, Lyn! I am...I think that is a very important point, Lyn! I am more content, too, when I have been working out in the garden more. I guess it's the anticipation of future beauty that helps, too!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-25009134124195538472013-11-15T05:32:53.116-08:002013-11-15T05:32:53.116-08:00There are some times I feel like my garden is just...There are some times I feel like my garden is just beautiful, especially if I just get a glimpse of it. It's when I get closer - and see all the weeds - that I become critical! :OHolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-23020852123026088232013-11-15T05:30:45.366-08:002013-11-15T05:30:45.366-08:00Mother Nature is the ultimate designer. We can ne...Mother Nature is the ultimate designer. We can never top her!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-23526629696996635922013-11-14T21:03:03.441-08:002013-11-14T21:03:03.441-08:00Holly, your garden is a joy to visit any time of t...Holly, your garden is a joy to visit any time of the year!<br />I often see gardens on TV where I think I wish I could create something like that – just to realise I would need to win the lottery first to: A. Have enough money to move to a bigger house and garden and B. Have enough money to employ a couple of gardeners to help me with the work! But a quick trip out in my own garden soon puts a HELENEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16112289914239038835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-11435750054304764312013-11-14T19:24:29.232-08:002013-11-14T19:24:29.232-08:00North, South, East or West - Home is Best. Yes, s...North, South, East or West - Home is Best. Yes, sometimes I am amazed by other gardens I see. But what's in my yard still makes me very happy. Well, maybe not the weeds!Sharrieboberryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17659931257459104972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-13481818556745056382013-11-14T19:02:52.051-08:002013-11-14T19:02:52.051-08:00Holley your views are wonderful and I am so glad y...Holley your views are wonderful and I am so glad you enjoy them and your garden. I have a love hate relationship with my own gardens, but sometimes in the early morning or late afternoon when the light is just right I see beauty in what I have created and in the plants themselves. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08008574463499280758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-39027426706056231292013-11-14T18:14:15.447-08:002013-11-14T18:14:15.447-08:00I, too, suffer a lot of disappointment that my gar...I, too, suffer a lot of disappointment that my garden doesn't look as good as it did in my imagination. I suffer an extraordinary number of "back to the drawing board" days. Some day, hopefully, it will match my imagination.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com