The end of May is here and we are finished with the curriculum phase of school until Labor Day. In the summer we begin the “hands on” phase of home school. This year we decided to start a little garden. My children and I planted blackberries and we are getting ready to plant tomatoes. This is the first year that I have planted a garden myself. I helped my mom with our garden when I was growing up and I really enjoyed planting seeds and watching them grow. I guess it is about time for me to continue on the tradition so my children can have the same experience. I must say, it is quite enjoyable to be up a little after sunrise and be working out in the cool morning air! I feel quite invigorated!

Another wonderful thing about planting a garden with your children is that it gives me the opportunity to teach my children and show them the power of God. As we planted our blackberries I asked my son if he would say a prayer for them, and ask God to help them grow. My son said the sweetest prayer and I was so grateful for that opportunity. I was able to teach my children the importance of prayer, (Cry unto him when you are in your fields; Cry unto him over the crops of your fields, that ye may prosper in them. Alma 34:20,24) and as those little blackberry bush plants grow, their faith will grow as well. Planting a garden is a wonderful way for children to see the miracles that God does for us every day. What a blessing! I am grateful for the opportunity to teach my children all of the really important things.

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