I think this is what hooks one to garden... by Phyllis Theroux | We Heart Quotes

Being Present

I think this is what hooks one to gardening: it is the closest one can come to being present at creation.

- Phyllis Theroux

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Wisdom

Mistakes are the usual bridge between inexperience and wisdom.

- Phyllis Theroux

Heart

To send a letter is a good way to go somewhere without moving anything but your heart.

- Phyllis Theroux

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