It has been two years since I started this blog and I thought now would be a good time to look back and reflect on all that I’ve learned (or not learned or even unlearned) since it’s inception.
- When in doubt, leave it out. I’ve become much better at self editing but maybe, just maybe, one day I’ll include the deleted scenes on the DVD release.
- It is impossible to take too many photos of your garden as many of my favorites have been rediscovered at a later date.
- Ignore your neighbors when taking photos. They will eventually catch you in a compromising position and there is nothing you can do about it.
- There is no more precious resource than time.
- I enjoy bulbs and understand their impact more than ever.
- What I say on this blog and what I actually do is not one in the same (see “pruning”).
- I have become pretty damn good at making my garden appear a lot nicer than it truly is. The power of the photograph is beyond whatever I ever imagined.
- There is no better editor than my wife.
- I’m too old to use the word “awesome” so much but I do need to use the word “friggin” more often.
- It IS possible to take too many photos of emerging spring foliage. Looking back, I even put myself to sleep.
- I’ve learned more from your comments than I have surfing the ‘net in search of information and education.
- You’re never as funny as you think you are.
- This gardening passion ain’t slowing down so get ready for another year my friends.
Thank you all for reading throughout the past two years! I never thought I’d make it this far.
John
Congrats on 2 years John!
Congratulations on your 2 year blog anniversary! look forward to the next year!
Why Happy Bday then!
You have been taking pictures of the same flower for two years? Impressive. Congratulations.
Happy Anniversary. A very smart photography friend told me to snap, snap, snap, no matter who was looking. 1000 shots per plant and then pick the very best one for your post. I plan to do that this spring. It makes perfect sense to me.
Jane
Awesome post!
Just recently found your blog, love your wit.
Congratulations – your posts always make me smile. Happy gardening and best wishes for another great blog year. The robins made an appearance here yesterday (Eastern Ontario) so I do believe spring is finally coming and we can all get our get cameras out again!
Happy 2 years!!
Happy 2 year anniversary! I’ll go along with the never too many bulbs, or photos!
Happy Anniversary, the time goes fast doesn’t it when you are blogging!
Eileen
Congratulations and love your pictures!
So happy to hear you’re going to keep this up, I love reading your stuff……you’re very funny, BTW. I’ve passed your blog on to numerous people, and will continue to do so. I keep thinking maybe someday a movie will be made (a la ‘Julie/Julia’). Keep it up, I’ve learned and laughed a lot, and love your ‘awesome’ pictures (I’m 62, you can still use the word ‘awesome’…) 🙂
Congrats and I look forward to dropping by your garden during this next year.
Friggin awesome.
Happy Blogaversary x 2! Some wise thoughts there.
Happy two year Anniversary! I always enjoy visiting. Keep it coming!
Happy blogaversary (is that a word?). I’m going to change the first one for you:
“Ignore your neighbors when taking photos. They will eventually catch you in a compromising position and there is nothing *they* can do about it. 😀
Congrats on the 2 years of blogging!
John (aka ONG) – Congratulations on your SECOND Blog Anniversary! I have to tell you – the words in your post are filled with a lot of wisdom. It’s been interesting and entertaining (all good) to see how you and your gardens have evolved over 2 years. Big Congrats – looking forward to your 3rd year in the Blogosphere…