Despite it being winter where I am from, plants have brought me sunshine. I have to admit that gardening brings that sunshine to my soul. Winter is always such a drag in a sense that I cannot use my green thumb and take care of plants. There is just something so special about gardening that I really connect with. Being able to see plants flourish is such a wonderful privilege. Gardening has taught me: Gardening has taught me to understand the concepts of plants The process of photosynthesis and the process of cellular respiration within animals Carbon dioxide (CO2) cycle along with the Oxygen cycle Understanding how bees pollinate certain plants Not all plants are specifically pollinated by bees other insects and birds serve as pollinators Amending the soil is very important and promotes growth of plants Worms, nematodes, etc and their function within the soil The deeper function of the sun, moon, and the stars Everything within the environment is connected via relationships that can be either beneficial or harmful Cycling of water throughout the environment and the surrounding areas Our impact as human beings on the plants, animals, and the environment as a whole The concept of soil and the concept of soil erosion How Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are harmful for us, plants, animals, and the environment as a whole There are so many different colors that our eyes can see Protection of the environment is necessary to keep everything thriving Gardening is therapy for the soul and the mind Bonding with nature can bring happiness Looking at the big picture is what is important Observation is key for a bigger and better understanding When we find nature, we find an amazing connection Self reliance and a better understanding of being prepared Problem solving Patience and faith, especially when beginning seeds and waiting for a harvest Finding what is most important Where food comes from and the hardwork that goes into the whole farm to table concept Knowing where food comes from is comforting Organization skills and keeping a record with notes Seek new opportunities, change, and try again Crop rotations Depletion of nutrients After failing get back up and try again, or when something fails try it again Caring for nouns The importance of natural resources A lot of things seem impossible, but turns out, they are more than possible Bonding with the gardening community Anatomy of plants Companion planting and the benefits each plant has on another Curation of nice layouts that make water easier Responsibility for caring for the plants The diverse species that make up the plant Domain Building a healthy lifestyle with eating and daily activities Science and the basic scientific principals Germination, seed storage, germination rates, percentages, times, etc. God is the real gardener that has put forth all of these amazing creations for each of us These are only some of the few things that gardening has brought me to understand. To me, gardening is more than 'raising' plants. Gardening is simply sunshine that keeps me motivated and keeps my green thumb happy. I hope that these mentioned things help others understand the importance of gardening. Gardening is such a positive, uplifting, and satisfying hobby to have. Practicing and learning is all a part of the process. I love gardening, as it is one of my top favorite hobbies. "Gardening is simply sunshine that keeps me motivated and keeps my green thumb happy. "
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jettAV8RMy name is Jetta, and I am a student pilot currently attending Southern Utah University to become an airline pilot. Join me on my journey from zero to the left seat. Archives
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