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A Time of Celebration
I do not remember exactly how I was first introduced to blotanical, and the amazing gardening community it holds. But, after moving to our house, I do remember that I desperately wanted to begin a garden of my own, and I was really rather clueless as to how I should begin. I soon discovered the world of garden blogs, many of which contained beautiful writing, a wealth of information, advice, questions, and the most amazing photography. I was delighted by a community of gardeners that were supportive of one another, passionate about gardening, enjoyed writing, and grew some of the most amazing gardens I had ever seen. I became a member of blotanical in September of 2008. I felt a bit intimidated in the beginning, both as a new gardener and a new garden blogger. What could I possibly write about that others would find interesting? Well, surely some of those early posts left little to be desired, but yet I was met with encouragement, gracious comments, and there were a few that were kind enough to add my blog to their list of favorites.
This post is to show my appreciation to all of you, as this blog wouldn’t be nearly as enjoyable if it weren’t for those of you that take the time to visit. I so enjoy each and every comment left and those who have gathered here to join me in my passion for gardening. You have helped me to become a better gardener, a better writer, and you fill me with enthusiasm and inspiration. I hope to enjoy many more years sharing in this adventure with you, and taking delight in my virtual visits to your gardens. To celebrate this time, and the wonderful people I have met, I would like to have a giveaway for a wonderful book which I recently discovered, Lives of the Trees: An Uncommon History, by Diana Wells. Diana Wells has a gift for finding curious information about the naming of plants and creatures in the natural world. Here, she explores our love for trees, and those featured are in alphabetical order all the way from Acacia to Yew. Wells talks of our relationship with trees, investigating their names and meanings as well as their legends and lore. Beautiful illustrations by Heather Lovett grace the pages featuring the leaves, needles, flowers, nuts or fruit offered by each species. “Because they are larger and older than we can ever hope to be, because they give shade, wood, food, and shelter, and because they stretch from earth to heaven, trees have been our gods since before recorded time.” One tree featured, the Japanese Cedar, has the most interesting tradition that surrounds it, called forest bathing. Apparently, today in Japan it is still common for Japanese businessmen to enjoy this ritual:
If you would like a copy of this beautiful and inspiring book, I will be holding a drawing the old fashioned way – putting names into a hat and plucking out one lucky winner on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. If you would like to be included in the drawing, all that is required is to leave a comment requesting that your name be added to the hat. Deadline is February 13th at midnight. 39 comments to A Time of Celebration |
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Liisa, Happy Anniversary! I cannot believe you have been blogging for three years, that is impressive. You are an inspiration!
Dear Lisa, a very big happy blogaversay and hug to you! You have said it well, the garden blogger community and Blotanical have added so much to our lives. We share the love of the land and working in it. I did not realize you had been blogging that long either. Well done! I would love for my name to go into the hat. This sounds like a fascinating read.
Frances
Happy Blogiversary dear Liisa! and three years! wonderful. Thank you for your wonderful contributions to the garden blogging world and I’m looking forward to the next three.
Liisa:
Happy Blogaversary! It must be wonderful to reach such a pinnacle in your writing/blogging career. I look forward to many more posting!
Happy Anniversary! How wonderful that garden blogs inspired you to have a garden of your own, what an amazing & positive power. I would love to have my name go in to the draw, it looks like a very enjoyable read.
Rebecca
Happy happy blogiversary Liisa! Three years! You are a veteran of the garden blogging! I enjoy your posts, writing and photography. Continue your great job!
A big hearty CONGRATULATIONS on your three year anniversary. Pretty funny what got you started. I can’t imagine what it would be like to have painters outside all day! And even though I’d leave a comment without the enticement of a book-that books looks very nice. So nice of you to share your blog with us. As most of us know, blogging is real work and you deserve all the kudos for doing it for so long and so nicely.
Yay…Congrats!! Wonderful post..beeautiful tree!!Keep creating…looking forward to more!
Kiki~
HAPPY BLOG BIRTHDAY Liisa!! I have not gone back to your earliest post but know that since discovering your blog I have delighted in you writing, philosophy and photography and feel lucky to have found a kindred spirit. I shall forever be thankful to Stuart at Blotanical for his creation of a supportive and creative garden community. It is true that there are so great a number of garden bloggers but each has a uniqueness and together we are greening our world. I love the idea of bathing in the trees… I often try to be as if inside of nature in the forest especially rather than just an observer. We owe our lives to Trees! Many Happy Blogging Years to Come!! Your words are kind and touching. Carol
Happy Blogiversary Liisa. And you have a very impressive 3 years of blogging, that is quite the accomplishment in itself.
Blotanical truly is a wonderful place for all of us gardeners to congregate, I have met so many nice gardeners, and learned so much.
Here’s to the forthcoming years of blogging, and Blotanical. Congrats.
Jen
Happy Blogaversary! I really enjoy reading your blog and seeing what gardening and other things are like in your part of the country. I just love how we can meet and get to know so many interesting people from all over the world through our blogs. I’m also looking forward to seeing how your garden plan comes together this coming year.
Liisa, Happy Blogaversary!! It was a happy day for me, too, when I found my way to Blotanical (about a year after you did) and another happy day for me when I discovered your blog. And, yes, of course I want to be entered in the drawing for the book! Hugs. -Jean
Happy Anniversary Liisa! 3 years? I’m embarrassed — I just found you. Gotta love blotanical for all of these great connections, though. Here’s to many more blogoversaries.
Congratulations on your 3 year anniversary. That is a long time and I hope to reach that milestone someday….I have enjoyed your blog very much.
Noelle,
Thank you so much, I so enjoy my visits to your desert paradise, and being introduced to new plants. I find it amazing that I can visit the other side of the country with a click of a few buttons. I so appreciate the colorful blooms you feature, especially during these colder months when our scenery is much, much different here in the north.
Kate,
There are so many blogs to enjoy, and I was so happy when I stumbled across yours. I am very thankful for blotanical as I have met some of the most wonderful people. Thank you so much for your visits and comments!
Thank you, Jean. I am so happy to have found you, and your beautiful blog. I so appreciate your visits and comments, and I will certainly add your name to the drawing. Hugs to you, too!
Catherine,
I enjoy my visits to your garden so much, not to mention the fact that I also get to enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. I spent over 20 years there, and it is a place that is very dear to me. I too look forward to seeing your plans unfold this year. Thank you so much for your visits and comments!
Jen,
I am so thankful to have discovered your blog, as well as your beautiful photography. I hope to enjoy many more years of this amazing community. Thank you so much for your visits and comments, and for the beautiful sunflower portraits. They are truly beautiful, and I so enjoy looking at them.
Carol,
Thank you! You are so right, each blog does hold something very special. I am so very thankful to have found you, and your beautiful blog. It is lovely to try and experience nature, rather than just observe. Very good for the soul. Thank you so much for your support, visits, and comments. And, for sharing your beautiful photography and inspiring words. Your blog is always such a treat to visit!
Thank you, Kiki. I so look forward to many more years – sharing in this adventure with you!
Tina,
Thank you so much. This blogging business is a lot of work, but it is such enjoyable work. Thank you, Tina for always introducing me to new plants, and for your informative and thoughtful posts. Your blog is obviously such a labor of love. Thank you for visiting, and for your lovely comments. I will definitely add your name to the drawing.
Thank you, Tatyana. I so enjoy my visits to your beautiful blog, and your wonderful photography. You make me miss the Pacific Northwest. I hope to share this adventure with you for many years to come!
Rebecca,
Thank you! Actually, I knew that I wanted to begin a garden before I discovered this amazing community of bloggers, but they have certainly helped to shape my love for gardening. I will absolutely add your name to the drawing. Thank you so much for your inspiring blog, visits and comments.
Thank you, Teza. I look forward to sharing many more years with you! Your blog is beautiful, and you continue to amaze me with your wonderful collection of plants that reside in your beautiful garden. Thank you for your inspiration, visits and comments!
Thank you, Di. I look forward to sharing this adventure with you in the years to come. Thank you for always filling me with inspiration with your observations in nature as well as your beautiful garden. And, thank you again for the train painting, it is just beautiful and the perfect thing to pay tribute to my father.
Thank you so much, Frances. And, for the inspiration you provide with your creativity, beautiful blog and amazing garden. I will absolutely add your name to the drawing. Thank you so very much for your visits and comments.
Thank you, Deborah. I so look forward to watching your plans for your garden unfold this year. Your blog is filled with ideas and inspiration, and I so enjoy my visits. Thank you so much for your visits and comments!
Sorry to have taken so long to come and thank you for your Christmas greetings. However hard I try to put the defect right, efficiency comes very low on my list of qualities!
Congratulations on the success of your blog.
Esther
P.S. Please don’t put me into your hat because I am not a frequent visitor.
Many congratulations on the third anniversary of your blog Liisa and here’s to many more of them!
Esther,
Thank you for visiting! You don’t have to be a frequent visitor to be in the drawing. I can’t believe your tulips are coming up already – how lucky you are to be enjoying some signs of spring!
Anna,
Thank you so much, and I hope to enjoy many more years as well!
Congratulations Liisa, Three years is a great milestone. How exciting to move to a new home and start gardening. Sometimes I have a fantasy about moving and starting a new garden. I agree with you about Blotanical and Garden bloggers are the most incredibly generous and creative folks. Gail
Liisa – that is so cool – Happy Anniversary – I am just a year behind you at 2 years this month!
Your post says it all about Blotanical and Garden bloggers. – Here’s to the next three years
K
Congratulations on three years of blogging, Liisa! I’m glad for you although I’m really sad I didn’t find you until recently. However, now I know where you are and can watch you celebrate the next three years (and more!)
Hi Liisa, I didn’t realize you had been blogging for so long! I joined Blotanical in Nov 2008 so you joined a few months before me. I remember you asked me to do a post for you on bluebirds…I just wasn’t sure what you wanted so I pretty much told you they just show up…which is true! I have to make more of an effort to visit you, because you have a beautiful blog. It’s so hard to keep track of so many great blogs and bloggers…Congrat’s on your 3 years! I didn’t come here knowing about your giveaway, but I’ll add my name as long as I’m here. I hope you’ll come over to my blog and enter MY giveaway, too…in recognition of earth day, I’m asking bloggers to write about ways they contribute to sustainable living. Take care! Jan
Very cool site… love the banner pic, too. Agave?
Well, I guess I’m just getting in under the wire to be in for the drawing. It sounds like a very interesting book. If I don’t win, I may have to buy my own copy! I am so glad you visited my own blog and thus led me to yours! I appreciate this post very much, as i wrote my first post ever in Oct, 2009 and joined blotanical the next month. What a great experience it has been getting to know other gardeners and their gardens. I look forward to getting to know you better. Happy Valentines Day!
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