Hype. Spin. Noise! How nutty it is that in this age of information, we can’t tell what’s real.

My remedy has been plugging in to the garden. The natural world is the 'really real' world, and spending time there puts the made-up, plastic world around us into sharp focus, showing it as a bit ugly and kindof insane.

I love watching friends’ expressions as I give them a garden tour. Everyone feels it when they’re surrounded by the plants- a bit of awe, a bit of swoon, and a feeling that this space is somehow different, special; more happy and relaxed.

That feeling is what I love about things that are handmade with plants. The colors, aromas, textures. Natural feels so good! Why should we settle for synthetic imitations?

Keep it real.