Embracing the Wild: My Garden, My Rules

As I step into my garden, I'm surrounded by a tapestry of colors, textures, and life. It's a space where I embrace the beauty of imperfection, let go of control, and allow nature to take its course. My garden reflects my soul - wild, free, and unapologetic.


I delight in the volunteers that sprout up, unexpected and uninvited. They're the rebels of the plant world, refusing to be confined to neat rows and tidy beds. I let them grow, spread, and flourish, because they remind me that life is full of surprises, and sometimes the best things come from unexpected places. And in years when money has been tight, these volunteers have been a lifeline. I've had seasons where tomato and tomatillo plants sprouted up in abundance, providing enough fresh produce to keep us well-fed.  And then there are the mini-pumpkins that sprout up, allowing me to decorate for my favorite season without spending a dime. It's a reminder that abundance can be wild and free and that sometimes the best things in life are the ones we don't plan for.


And then there are the invasive plants - the ones that gardening experts warn against, the ones deemed "too aggressive" or "too unruly". But I see their beauty, tenacity, and their refusal to be eradicated. They're like me, a single mom who's been told I can't, who's been expected to conform to societal norms. But I won't be tamed. I won't be pruned back.

Cosmos, with their dainty pink and white blooms, take over my walking paths, spilling into every available space. They're a symbol of my own growth, and my own refusal to be contained. I'm a force of nature, untamed and unstoppable.

My garden is a declaration of independence, a rejection of the status quo. It's a reminder that I can grow, I can flourish, I can thrive - no matter what others say. Who says I can't be a successful single mom? Who says I can't live in abundance?


Watch me.


As I wander through my wild, beautiful garden, I'm reminded that life is precious, fleeting, and full of wonder. I'll keep embracing the chaos, the unpredictability, and the beauty of it all. For in the wildness, I find my strength, my resilience, and my freedom.

Thanks for reading.  Let me know in the comments how your garden blesses you and feel free to subscribe to read more future posts. Happy Gardening!

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