Thursday, March 24, 2011

Finish Hoeing



Ballerina, a Hybrid Musk Rose a group created by Rev. Joseph Pemberton
 

St. Francis of Assisi is attributed with saying many things.  One such attribution comes from a time when he was working in his garden and someone asking him what he would do if he knew today would be his last.  Without looking up he said, "I think I would finish hoeing the garden."  I like this quote for many reasons.  I enjoy that he enjoyed gardening, that it is insightful, instructive, and that it is a bit sarcastic.  Yet what I like most about it is that I want to live my life with this kind of earthiness and contentment.  

This is the beginning of my blog on rose gardening and life.  Without making too many promises, I want to share some of the things that I have learned as a rose gardener.  Not as an expert mind you, but not a novice either.  Sometimes what I will share here may seem so particular to roses that at first glance you may think that only a rosarian would be interested and other time it may seem like I am trying to drawn too many insights about life from the garden.  If I get close to my goal you will be surprised by seeing both and feeling the smile of recognition spread across your face.
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9 comments:

  1. sherryocalaMarch 25, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Thanks for following my blog, Rev Scott. It's kind of exciting to be your first follower and commenter. When you're a famous rose blogger, I'll remember that. Can't wait to read about your roses.

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  2. The Redneck RosarianMarch 25, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Rev Scott. It seems we have much in common in ministry and in the garden. Go figure. I hope you enjoy this blogging journey as much as I have. If I can help along the way, ive me a shout. - Chris aka "RedneckRosarian"

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  3. UnknownMarch 26, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Thanks for the welcome and the great expectations. Sherry, I have read your comments on GardenWeb (I'm WellRounded on GW) and have wished that I could grow some of the Tea roses you grow. Just too cold here in Oklahoma.

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  4. Connie in HartwoodMarch 31, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    I see from your Profile that you and I have quite a bit in common. Our taste in roses is very similar ... who couldn't love Ralph Moore miniatures? Classic cars? My love is old Muscle Cars, but VWs are cool. Welcome to Blogging ... it sure is a fun ride!
    Connie

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  5. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Thanks for visiting Connie. My first car was a 69 Mustang fastback so I am with you on the muscles cars too. I've taken my 62 VW Karmann Ghia from the 1200cc original to 1641cc with dual carbs. Not earthshaking but more muscle than originally. That's a whole other blog. I think I emailed you last year when I was looking for one of Ralph Moore's roses - Fakir's Delight. I look forward to following you on your blog.

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  6. Dancing Bean RanchApril 7, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    The rose photographs are beautiful. Just following your blog, I'm getting inspired to more roses at the Dancing Bean Ranch.

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  7. Dancing Bean RanchApril 7, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    My Reine des Violettes died and when it was alive, never looked as good as yours.

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  8. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Bobbie,

    Sorry to hear abour Reine des Violettes, on both accounts. If it is still living there should be one at the parsonage you could try taking a cuting from. There are some nice roses that we left in Susan's care and could be candidates for cuttings if you are nice to Susan.

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  9. FlowerLady LorraineJune 25, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Thank you for following my blog. I look forward to visiting here for knowledge and inspiration.

    I love roses and grow what I can here in s.e. hot and humid FL.

    FlowerLady

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