Thoughts of Gardening & My Gardening Blog
February 12, 2009 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Even though the snow is still deep here in New Hampshire, the air is warmer, ice is melting and days are getting longer. Spring is on it’s way so thoughts of gardening become frequent. In fact, you can’t find snow shovels and ice melt in most of the stores. They’re stocking their garden supplies.
Gardening is a stress reliever for many people and caregivers are no exception. Also, gardens often have a calming effect and bring back memories for Alzheimer’s patients.
I grew up on a farm where a large garden was necessary to feed children, hired help and other family members. …read more




