When I was about 6 years old, I found 2 pennies buried in the garden in which my father and I were planting radishes. I was amazed at the discovery of this treasure, although I didn’t quite understand why it was still shiny. My dad told me that the soil had protected them from the air and that was why they still shone. it wasn’t until many years later that my dad told me that he had put the pennies there so that I would have the joy of discovery.
Last weekend, children of all ages shared that spirit as they explored the Village of Peninsula, finding fairy houses and gardens. Here are some photos of the Fairy Garden behind our studio and gallery, Elements Gallery. Enjoy!
I’m walking on the trails around our house in the mornings these days. The moss and green shadowy places look as though one of these fairy gardens could be around the next corner.
They’re so pretty — and that joy of discovery beats all!
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Ruth said,
May 29, 2009 @ 9:25 am
Glad your computer is up and running again! The photos look great! The fairy house is definitely a magical place worth discovering. So much fun!
rudeek said,
May 29, 2009 @ 11:24 am
I adore this idea. The fairies have some fabulous homes there. I’m sure all of the children who participated will always remember this day.
Cat B said,
May 29, 2009 @ 9:41 pm
I believe in magic! And what a wonderful dad!
Laura/centerdownhome said,
May 30, 2009 @ 6:57 am
I’m walking on the trails around our house in the mornings these days. The moss and green shadowy places look as though one of these fairy gardens could be around the next corner.
They’re so pretty — and that joy of discovery beats all!
gerry rosser said,
May 31, 2009 @ 10:19 am
I hope we all get to keep that since of discovery and wonder alive (at least in some measure) throughout our lives.
Hay said,
June 9, 2009 @ 6:34 pm
That is perfection. I should like to explore a fairy grove.