Freedom Of Parking

Everyone may remember a time in their lives digging around in the sand box, enjoying the innocent pleasures of childhood, and thinking nothing of it. Some people may remember doing more than that; digging around in their own back yard, curiously poking at the earth enriching earthworms, and maybe occasionally helping out mom or dad by digging holes to plant seeds or potted plants. Among so many hobbies that can be taken up and pursued as full time jobs, the entertaining, creative, and therapeutic values of gardening top many other popular occupations for some people. Surprisingly enough, gardening is not always limited to dull activities such as mowing the lawn, blowing leaves, raking, and watering. Even though the activities listed may
The slight limitations of creative freedom are obviously, or not, the use of certain plants during certain times of the year or in certain areas, and most definitely the placement of different plants in certain areas in relation to pathways and other "no plant zones." The beauty of nature is full of so many splendid colors, from the usual green, to nearly any other color of the rainbow. "Although my job is primarily maintenance gardening, it is most definitely fun getting to redo yards, and getting to be creative. There are some dull times, as with most jobs, but I have to balance all the ups and downs." (Eugene). Chuck seems to enjoy every chance he can get to get a little creative with his job. Flowers come in so many shapes and sizes, and the selection is so extensive to the point that there are many different plants that can and will be perfect for a certain area. Some gardeners go into extreme detail, and can make very extravagant designs and patterns. Hedges can be sculpted to almost any form, vines can climb nearly any structure, and trees can provide many different colors during different seasons and even bear delicious and colorful fruit! Mother Earth has blessed gardeners with such an amazing selection of plants, and gardeners can bless Mother Earth with more beauty and life than she could ever
"Lots of thinking goes on, as there are very few brain cells involved in the act of gardening iteself. A lot of people do it to get in touch with nature." (Eugene). Chuck finds a lot of time while gardening to do some extra thinking. Chuck finds himself reflecting on his own life, the lives of his loved ones, and without a doubt, the life of the plants that he cares for. The notion of being part of this planet and being able to give back to the beauty we call Earth is quite a blessing. As children, the first thrust of the shovel into the rich soil can be a very fulfilling feeling. Once the hole has been dug enough, mom or dad will place a beautiful flower into the hole to continue life as part of the Earth. After a long days work of digging and planting, just laying in the green grass under the Sun to reflect and meditate upon what you have done for the planet can be a very deep and enlightening experience. Growing up and becoming a professional gardener can have the same effect on a person. When planting young plants, trees, and flowers, one knows they are doing something good for our planet. Planting seeds into the rich soil and progressively watching the seed grow into a beautiful plant can feel as good as taking care of ones own child. Some people go as far as talking to their beloved plants to keep them happy. Raising a plant from seed to fully grown plant can be very therapeutic,