It's uncanny how certain plants remind us of people who are or were important in our lives, and because of that they evoke great feeling. I can't ever see moss roses without thinking of Ange's mom, Mary. These annuals were her favorite and gave her such pleasure every summer. This year I have them planted by my back door. Every time I go in and out of the house I can see Mary smiling at me.
Ange and I were only in our 20's when Mary died, quite unexpectedly. It was a jolting reminder, at a very young age, that life has no guarantees. We need to enjoy and appreciate each day, not to mention those we love. And so it is. I plant moss roses and fondly remember Mary.
Ange and I were only in our 20's when Mary died, quite unexpectedly. It was a jolting reminder, at a very young age, that life has no guarantees. We need to enjoy and appreciate each day, not to mention those we love. And so it is. I plant moss roses and fondly remember Mary.
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