I have not been able to fix — or get Typepad to fix — the problem of pictures dropping out of my blog. So I have decided to take it as a cosmic sign (ha!) that it is time for me to say goodbye. I will leave the blog up and my email is on the top right so you can continue to say hi when you feel like it or if you are in town and want to stop by the garden. I've been blogging for 16 years and I want to use my time and energy for other projects. I've made three Blurb books while the blog has been down and I wrote my obit among other things. (I'm not sick or anything; just wanted to do it!). Now I'm ready to get back to drawing and making collages.
Thanks for all your wonderful comments, cards, letters and visits over the years. My best wishes to all of you.
Flowers picked in my garden on February 15th, 2024.
I'm sorry to see you go. I enjoyed photos of your garden: we seem to have similar affinity to shade gardens.
I've dabbled in collages in the past: it's a fun creative outlet. I wish you the best of time creating indoor and out.
Posted by: Chavli | Monday, February 26, 2024 at 08:17 PM
Linda – Your blog has been a touchstone for me. Your enthusiasm and love of plants (among other interests) and seeing you and Mark work together to create and adjust your garden to your needs and interests through the years has been truly inspirational. I look forward to hearing and learning from you through the WHPS Facebook Group page, but the pure love of gardening and information you have provided through this blog will be sorely missed. Best to you always. Stephanie O’Neal
Posted by: Stephanie O'Neal | Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 09:20 AM
Well this is sad news! I have to admit there have been times I've wondered if the difficulties we're constantly having to overcome to keep our blogs going are a sign that it's time to just let go. I'm not ready to do so, but I completely understand your decision. I'm wishing you a lovely gardening season ahead, and hope that someday we may meet! You've been an inspiration.
Posted by: danger garden | Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Oh you will be missed but I understand you are ready to move on. You are a talented writer - among your other attributes! Perhaps you'll post photos from time to time on Instagram? Susan
Posted by: Susan Sobol | Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 09:01 PM
I've enjoyed your perspective, your creativity and the wonder of your peaceful garden. The call of collage is compelling. I hope to go that direction again myself. Best to you and Mark.
Posted by: Susie at pbmGarden | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 06:30 AM
Thank you for all the great posts! You will be missed, Linda. Enjoy your time pursuing other projects. You two take care of each other!
Posted by: Old Lady Gardener | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 10:20 AM
I'm sorry you've had so much trouble. Enjoy your new-found spare time! I'll keep in touch.
Posted by: Kathy from Cold Climate Gardening | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 03:51 PM
It's a sad time but I think exciting, too! Sometimes we just get shoved out the door of the old way into what proves to be an exciting new venture that we didn't see coming. Hope that's what's happening for you. It's been a great pleasure, Linda, and I wish you a great journey into new things. Thanks for all the garden joy over the years.
Posted by: Barbara H. | Friday, March 01, 2024 at 11:36 PM
Linda, I am sad to see you go. I've greatly enjoyed reading your blog over the years and wish you the best on your new adventures! Thanks for your encouragement when I started my own blog a few years ago. I can only wonder what things will be like in the blogging world another 16 years from now.
Posted by: Jerry | Saturday, March 02, 2024 at 07:55 PM
So sorry to hear this, I’ve always enjoyed your blog. This seems to be the time in life when all the good things disappear. At least I know our paths will cross in a garden or somewhere else in Madison. Thanks for being such an inspiration to me!
Posted by: Jane Miller | Sunday, March 03, 2024 at 10:34 PM
I'm sorry to hear this, I kept checking back and wondering what was up. I'm sorry and I hope you have a great gardening season!
Posted by: Tracy | Thursday, March 07, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Oh gosh, Linda. Sorry for the troubles and sorry to see you leaving. Your blog was truly a highlight for me, as were visits to your amazing garden. I missed this entry earlier because I was away on a trip at the time you posted. Sorry about the posting issues. I've had some, too, but I'm still enjoying blogging so I'll continue for a bit yet. I hope we can be in touch in other ways. :)
Posted by: Beth@PlantPostings | Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 02:57 PM
Linda, I'm very sorry to see you retire your blog, but I understand all too well how much work they are to keep up and running. Thanks for all the gardening you and Mark have shared on yours all these years. I've learned so much from you and was always entertained. And I'm very glad to have met you both through blogging. With best wishes on your new ventures! Pam
Posted by: Pam/Digging | Monday, March 25, 2024 at 12:50 AM