Grandfather told me often. Life is like a garden.

The roses are coming alive. Early June blooming for my grandfather roses.

My red and yellow sunflower plants growing strong. They will be 8- and 12-foot plants in August.

Photo from August 2025.

The sunflower plants. They can heal the soil.

My grandfather told me as a child. Children are like a garden. You must water them and keep them safe. Plant them in the right places to succeed. A good garden and a good family need concern and kindness.

Johnnie