Kaziah the Goat Woman

Tour the Baker-Gnat Garden

The tomatoes, basil and bell peppers are in, the pots were filled with begonias and impatiens (thanks to Miss Molly's generosity at Buckler's Nursery), the herbs were planted this morning, and we and the birds are enjoying the results!

The cilantro field, along with chive and rosemary.

Thyme, parley and basil surround the peonies.

The outdoor room.

Sedum, faded azalia and oregano around the deck.

Happy Birthday, Lisa!

Dear Lisa,  At least 13 years have passed since these "infamous" partying days and one could say we have a lot of catching up to do.  I miss you, dear friend, on this special day of yours.  Please know you're in my heart as always.  Michael and I wish you the very best.  God bless and keep you.

We love and miss you,

Peg and Michael

Rose and Molly, We love you!

Rose Gnat (c. 1950)

Molly Baker (c. 1960)

We remember and honor our moms on 
Mother's Day, May 9, 2010.

Mother's Day:    holiday in honor of mothers that is celebrated in countries throughout the world. In its modern form the day originated in the United States, where it is observed on the second Sunday in May. Many other countries also celebrate the holiday on this date, while some mark the observance at other times of the year. During the Middle Ages the custom developed of allowing those who had moved away to visit their home parishes and their mothers on Laetare Sunday, the fourth Sunday of Lent. This became Mothering Sunday in Britain, where it continued into modern times, although it has largely been replaced by Mother's Day.

Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia, whose mother had organized women's groups to promote friendship and health, originated Mother's Day; on May 12, 1907, she held a memorial service at her late mother's church in Grafton, West Virginia. Within five years virtually every state was observing the day, and in 1914 President Woodrow Wilson made it a national holiday. Although Jarvis had promoted the wearing of a white carnation as a tribute to one's mother, the custom developed of wearing a red or pink carnation to represent a living mother or a white carnation for a mother who was deceased. Over time the day was expanded to include others, such as grandmothers and aunts, who played mothering roles. What had originally been primarily a day of honour became associated with the sending of cards and the giving of gifts, however, and, in protest against its commercialization, Jarvis spent the last years of her life trying to abolish the holiday she had brought into being.
Festivals honouring mothers and mother goddesses date to ancient times. The Phrygians held a festival for Cybele, the Great Mother of the Gods, as did the Greeks for the goddess Rhea. Likewise, the Romans adapted the practice to their own pantheon. Some countries have continued to observe ancient festivals; for example, Durga-puja, honouring the goddess Durga, remains an important festival in India.

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Bernard Haring: The Healing Power of Peace and Nonviolence ..p. 59

Food for Thought for Today...

"The New Testament prohibits not only revenge but any form of vindictive justice, any grudge.  Love of enemy is not just a divine commandment for all; it is the heart of God's own economy of salvation, fully manifest in Jesus Christ.  Consequently, it is a central dimension of discipleship in the footsteps of Jesus and in the image and likeness of [God].  "Life in Jesus Christ" is unthinkable without an active and creative love of enemies, with the hpe to rescue them, and reconciliate them."

New "Golden Girl" Inductee

Vickie turns 50 tomorrow!  Michael and I celebrated with Vickie and Ed Friday night at Umi Japanese Restaurant with some terrific sushi and sakke.  Dessert (birthday cake) and refreshments were served on our deck while enjoying the lovely evening weather.  Best wishes to my dear friend and "little sister", Vickie!