These black-eyed Susans are special to me because they were given to me by a sweet friend at church. Several years ago we had a "time and talents" auction to benefit a local charity. The items up for auction were things like homemade cakes, an hour of handyman time, and taxi service down to the airport. I won the auction for the opportunity to dig up perennials from C's garden. C and her husband have become our good friends since we visited their garden that first time. So when I see these flowers bloom each year, I think of more than enduring blooms. I also think of the enduring friendship and love of C and J.
Nice post. Black-eyed susans are my favorite flowers.
Posted by: Stephanie | July 13, 2007 at 08:36 AM
That's a wonderful story. My favorite flowers in my perennial garden are the ones that have come from friends, too.
Posted by: Carole | July 13, 2007 at 08:52 AM
Aren't memories great? They are one of my favorites too.
Sheri in GA
Posted by: Sheri | July 13, 2007 at 11:08 AM
You don't see people discussing the Black-Eyed Susans all that often. But I don't know a single person who couldn't come up with a memory of someone or something once they are mentioned. For me, it's one of Mommy Sheep and Grammy Sheep and our picking them during the summer months!
Posted by: Sheepish Annie | July 13, 2007 at 01:28 PM
What a wonderful story, and beautiful flowers!
Posted by: keri | July 13, 2007 at 03:31 PM
That is such a neat idea for an auction! And how did we both end up posting BESs today? Great minds think alike. =)
PS Secret Mission for you is accomplished and I am very happy with the results.
Posted by: Katie | July 13, 2007 at 03:47 PM
I love the idea of a time & talent auction. And, I love your BESs. Views of Friday's Flowers make my day.
Posted by: Kristen | July 13, 2007 at 09:44 PM
I love blackeyed susans ! They remind me of my childhood. I need to plant some now that I think about it!
Posted by: marti | July 16, 2007 at 07:05 PM
The flowers are so cheerful and promising! God's gift to us.
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Posted by: Pooch | July 17, 2007 at 04:58 PM
my favorite flowers... :)
Posted by: debb | July 17, 2007 at 06:39 PM