Shorter than me

Giving thanks at the National Botanic Gardens, in Glasnevin, in Dublin. In January.

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Ruth Powell

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Thank you for my life.  I said to the South American cacti in the glasshouse in Glasnevin.  I know it’s not mine to own, it’s just on loan, and I’m fine with that.

Thank you for my life.  I said to the graceful orchid and the resplendent snowdrop.

To the magnificent hibiscus, I said thank you most of all.  I especially adore the sound of your name.  It gives me such pleasure to say it.

Hibiscus.

Hibiscus.

Hibiscus.

Gentle mysteries of the soil and air, thank you.

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2 responses to “Giving thanks at the National Botanic Gardens, in Glasnevin, in Dublin. In January.”

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    rose

    Thanks Ruth for this. My memory tells me our Kimmage class went to this same Botanic gardens in Glasnevin. I can still remember the beautiful flowers and trees that tell many stories by their lives. How time flies!

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      ruthelizabethpowellr

      It’s always so lovely to hear from you Rose – I hope you’re happy and well x

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