Gratitude in the garden might stem from the fact that your family will have plenty to eat or because you grow produce the grocery bill is lighter. Thankfulness in the garden might be reflected in working together with your children, partner, friends, or neighbors. It reflects a kind of fellowship and reminds us that we are all in this together.

Some gardeners give thanks that this year the fruit trees or brambles bore well while still other gardeners pause and give thanks for their fruitful soil, plentiful sun, and water. Some gardeners might give thanks for the lack of weeds  while others might have gratitude because they want to weed to stay healthy while on furlough or out of work.

Kindness matters.  So does giving thanks.

Consider doubling the recipe to make a big batch to give as treat gifts for friends with dogs.

This year, why not make gifts from your garden for family, friends, and neighbors?  Gifts of this kind are often easy to make, help the planet, and cost a fraction of store-bought items. Below are suggestions for what to give if you are a gardener.

There are no gardening mistakes, only experiments. - Janet Kilburn Phillips

If you choose the right conditions, windowsill herb gardening requires little time and effort. If you have a sunny exposure for a south or west facing window you've got most of what you need to cultivate an herb garden all winter long. In return, you’ll get the joy of greenery plus some extra flavor to add to your meals. When spring comes, the plants can continue as container gardens or be planted into the soil.