When a breeze blows does the fully open daffidol lose its composure? Is it humility in its bowed head from the bend of the stem? Humility and composure Is humility the internal perspective that keeps one grounded and open to growth? Is composure about managing reactions? Is gratitude ‘ a grateful heart, a beginning ofContinue reading “Daffidol petals”
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Another garden and then chives
There is a garden adjacent to the Mount of Olives outside of Jerusalem. Its name means oil press and it is the place where Jesus experienced such mental pain that blood drops formed with the sweat on His forhead. These were His words to His Father God. They were said three times: ‘Oh my FatherContinue reading “Another garden and then chives”
The garden. Can it be the same?
The garden. Can it be the same? Old/same boundaries, trees, built beds, plants. No it can’t be the same! New/different stalks and stems, leaves and flowers. Different deaths, different ‘waitings’ Different ‘plant chosen’ placings or gardener placings of plants. Different ‘weathers’ , their order and severity Pests, disease and mold all old their order andContinue reading “The garden. Can it be the same?”
A tin and a packet of seeds…
But first some thoughts from Paul about how to do life with Jesus. This is what Paul says: ‘ There has been no temptation that has taken you that isn’t common to people: but God is faithful, who will not let you be tempted more than you are able to cope with; but with theContinue reading “A tin and a packet of seeds…”
…and so I added minature daffodils and…
Here is a question and an ‘ if you do this I will do this.’ The one is from Matthew and the other from Revelation. The first is Jesus speaking: ‘Which of you by thinking can add inches to your height?’ Jesus then talks about the worry we have to take care of ourselves, food,Continue reading “…and so I added minature daffodils and…”
Bittercress
There is the Common Bittercress and the Greater Bittercress in our garden. They belong to the Brassicaceae family and this morning with the temperature up at 12-17C it was relatively warm to look around the garden. Speaking to a young horticultural student yesterday and my saying how many snails I found on the daffidols sheContinue reading “Bittercress”
Jesus
Jesus in Greek is Joshua and this name means Jehovah is our Salvation. Christ His other name is derived from Greek Christos which means annointed one, Jesus divine role as promised Saviour. Peter says this after being arrested and on trial for healing and preaching: ‘ May you all know, that by the name ofContinue reading “Jesus”
Three plants two daffidols
I didn’t now that Jesus was quoting from the Old Testament when He spoke these words. (I will give both: first from the Old Testament then Jesus speaking.) ‘ You must not avenge, nor carry any grudge against the children of your people, but you must love your neighbour as yourself.’ Leviticus 19 :18 JesusContinue reading “Three plants two daffidols”
Jesus says ‘abide in Me.’
This post will be mostly religious with three photographs one from the meadow the other from our garden next to the pond and looking at the height of our grass daffidols this year. From the oaks in the meadow to the crocus by the pond everything has had more than enough rain. Our forcast forContinue reading “Jesus says ‘abide in Me.’”
Primula bought at Wisley
This post will showcase 6 primula bought at Wisley at £5 for three. I will include their names as well. Then under each I have placed a verse from the Bible that answers the question: What are some of the promises of God that are yes, in Christ Jesus? Star Fever Pink A promise ofContinue reading “Primula bought at Wisley”
Wisley February 2026
Paul is speaking to the people of Corinth: ‘All the promises of God are yes, in Christ Jesus. He anointed us, set His seal of ownership on us, and put His Spirit in us.’ 2Corinthians 1:20-22 You are always free to choose this way of doing life. This post has three views of the gardens,Continue reading “Wisley February 2026”
Camellia in an oil lamp base.
Camillia bloom towards the end of winter and what better container to put them in than the base of an old oil lamp. Bringing a little brightness to this grey day, as well as a combination to travel with. I love the Bible and have learnt a little more through this post about the CamelliaContinue reading “Camellia in an oil lamp base.”