You know the phrase, into every life, a little rain must fall?
It seems like we are getting our share of wet right now.
The downward turn in the economy is hitting us just like everyone else. Between cutbacks, and job losses many of us are feeling the pinch.
It won't last forever, I know that.
But I am hoping that these "spring rains," will result in a more
beautiful garden.
We will weather the storm.
After all, what is a garden without rain?
And how are you going to know the good times, if you never
experience the bad?
But I am hoping that these "spring rains," will result in a more
beautiful garden.
We will weather the storm.
After all, what is a garden without rain?
And how are you going to know the good times, if you never
experience the bad?
I love your analogies. They help put things in perspective.
ReplyDeleteI am one of the people who lost their job due to the economy. And while it's stressfull looking for another job, I've been trying to look on the bright side, that this is teaching Mr. C and I to always have money socked away for the unexpected.
Well said, as usual!! Love the little birdbath too:)
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, Pretty pictures as always and your words are so true. Hope you enjoy your day and I'm praying that the rain will make your garden the best it's ever been!
ReplyDeleteI could not have said it better.
ReplyDeleteSo true Jen. I see our current economic situation as the natural consequence of the greed and excesses of recent decades.
ReplyDeleteAn eternal optimist, I feel we'll come out of this a kinder, more decent, back-to-basics, stronger, world with stronger communities, families, and a renewed sense of what is really important.
Hopefully we will all realize how great we have it once this is over. i hope its over soon!!!
ReplyDeleteWe are in for a lot of rain here in NC. Ugh but ok. Love your photos once again!
Lovely post Jen and your photos are delightful! I agree with gardengirl and also hope we pull together and come out on the other side a better nation. gail
ReplyDeleteI refuse to get sucked into the doom & gloom mood that the media is hyping. I'm determined to remain optimistic and trust that everything will work out, somehow, some way. It always does. Happy Monday! ;o)
ReplyDeleteI feel very fortunate to be in a fairly safe situation in that if we can't afford something, we don't buy it until we can so we don't have any debts - but hopefully the recession will help everyone to see that rampant consumerism is NOT what's important in life, it's family, friends and the greater community that count!
ReplyDeleteBut to those who are having a bad time right now, I would say: this too will pass.
Beautifully said and illustrated with gorgeous photos. I'm drooling over here.
ReplyDeleteYou're right about the snow drops over here - it's called fresh snow fall! ;-)
Sometimes it seems like a deluge though, doesn't it, Jen! Lovely photos ... poignant post.
ReplyDeleteThe rain doesn't keep me from doing anything I want to do. Walk in the rain, garden in the rain. Just wear a rain coat.
ReplyDeleteSame in life..don't let the rain keep you from doing what you want to do. Put on your tough skin and the rain will run right off.
In my genealogy research I have seen that tough as the times are now we are no wheres near the desperate times from the 1800's and the 30's.
We have some safety nets..not as much as we would like but still we will get through this.
I agree with garden girl. I think all of this will bring us to a better place. We will be more community oriented in all aspects. And Hopefully we will respect the world around us better!!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful photos... and sentiments!
ReplyDeleteI saw a thing on TV last night where they were talking about the economy and fashion and they recommended buying less expensive fashion "look-alikes" (K-Mart etc) until the ecomomy improves... but I couldn't help but think why go back to the expensive stuff anyway?
I WANT a kinder simpler life and that goes for ALL areas of my life!
Hello Jen
ReplyDeleteYou're right when you say how are you going to know the good if you don't experience the bad.
Truth is there were some who couldn't envisage a world on the other side of this downturn. There is, will be.
The rain will do the garden good.
What are your temperatures like now? I hope they're heading the right way.
PS thanks for your kind comments. If your sister does ever get over to this neck of woods a warm welcome awaits.
Rob
Hi Jen, It is raining here too..melting the snow.. HA! I am way behind today, Far Guy kidnapped me and we went to take photos of water..everywhere! I have not heard of any Arc's being built yet ..but maybe soon:)
ReplyDeleteSo true, so true. We do have to experience the bad to appreciate the good. Just like rainy days. Got to have them so we'll love the sunny ones.
ReplyDeleteThat rain will surely bring Summer flowers! Could you send a little of that rain down our way? We could surely use it!
ReplyDeleteCould you send some rain to central Florida? It is so dry, fires somewhere everyday. The grass is pretty dead and water restictions everywhere. The economy will turnaround, I have faith! Love the dragonfly!
ReplyDeleteGood point, Jen. You can't have the good without the obvious bad :). More rain...less watering! Your definitely a 'the glass is half full' type a person! Happy spring to you, rain and all.
ReplyDeleteHow right you are! And what beautiful photos to accompany those sentiments.
ReplyDeleteReally lovely post.
For Sure!
ReplyDeleteI am a little jealous of your rain! We are far behind our rain here in North Florida. Just a little would be so refreshing for the plants and wash away some pollen!!
ReplyDeleteQuite!
ReplyDeleteLucy
amazing photos! I am breathless.
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