"Dreams"

Firstly, I would like to say a big 'thank you' to all those who have been so encouraging and left such wonderful, supportive comments. Since being involved with a challenge like this is new to me, I really appreciate your kind words. Merci beaucoup!

This is number 3 in the "Cabinet of Natural Curiosities" challenge and we were asked us to recall the dreams (as in goals) we had as children, then to focus on a dream we have now.

Initially all I could think of were the many dreams I had that have been so wonderfully fulfilled including ... being blessed with a happy marriage and lovely children, living in England, becoming a teacher and having a little country cottage. I decided to include these on my page (the bunting) but to focus on my desire to one day have a beautiful garden including an orchard. With my hopes and dreams over the years I have been very aware of

"Seek your happiness in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart". Psalm 37:4.

Recently I had been thinking about those who tend the earth and plant for future generations to enjoy. It is such a self-less act and I came across the Greek Proverb:

"A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in."

which fits in so well with my ponderings.

I enjoyed this prompt and the focus it gave me and although the image is not the best, as in reality the colours are more vibrant, it gives the general idea of how my page turned out. I'm now looking forward to number 4 ...