Hopes Planted

The skies teased us this weekend.

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Dark clouds moved in, raising our hopes for rain. But a sprinkling was all Mother Nature had in store for us.

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Days like these are perfect for curling up and napping, dreaming of the warm months ahead – and that’s exactly what the garden is doing.

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If you look very closely, you’ll find the tiniest treasures under the blanket of grey and brown…

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including these two sweet faces…

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And this wonderful pair of dogs who have been cared for by a generous neighbor in a house left vacant after the owner died.

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Just four of the 10 dogs – all treasures – who found their way to us in a single day.

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“Hopes are planted in friendship’s garden where dreams blossom into priceless treasures.” ~ Author Unknown.

We’ll do our best to fulfill our treasures’ hopes – and keep very busy until the cold subsides and the rains (hopefully) arrive.

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Ogee

I am a nascent gardener, rescuer, and photographer, chronicling the journey of the dogs at Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary near Sacramento, CA - and the Memorial Garden we have devoted to them.

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