Now that 2008 is over with, let's take a moment to breath slowly and relax a bit. I don't know about you, but I am ready for a new start! I know that 2009 is going to be a year of change and I'm confident that the change will be good for us all. 

The cold winter days have certainly set in and working outside at the nursery is hard at times but I wouldn't trade my job for any other. It's great to watch the trees change colors and drop their leaves, to see the winter flowers blooming despite the cold weather, and to watch the birds feeding on berries and hummingbirds seeking out nectar from the strangest of places. All these are pleasures that would be nearly impossible to witness from a warm cubicle. 

I invite you to come by (bring a coat) and take a stroll through the nursery. On the weekends, we have hot apple cider available to our customers to warm you on the inside and you'll also see the changes going on in our store. (please forgive the mess!) Bare root roses, berries, asparagus, horseradish and rhubarb are available now and bare root fruit trees will be arriving soon. 

I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year!

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