I just wanted to let everyone know that I am paying forward the generosity that I received on this forum when I was a newbie. On this forum in the past I have offered several sasbe of seeds for newbies, but I have to brag I feel so good about what I am doing.

I have extra seeds from my gardens that I have collected and have shared with others in my neighborhood, at work, etc. But I am bursting at the seams with joy and seeds. I contacted our local county ARC (Assoc Retarded Citizens) and have donated some seeds to their organization for the clients to enjoy planting and the blooms of the flowers. You see they have gardens around their buildings and have built raised beds for wheelchair bound persons to also participate. They were so excited, as was I that they would enjoy the flowers next year. In the past I have visited the local 4-H Center and learned about a program they have they involving gardening called "Unlimited Gardening". They have horticultural therapists that work with handicapped people doing gardening with raised beds. They grow vegetables, flowers, unique items, etc. I also contacted them inquiring if they would like seeds as well. The woman at first was questioning why I was offering them. I explained that they were from my gardens, etc. She stated she would love to have the seeds, as the clients prepare seeds, package seeds, etc. She stated that she is always looking for projects to work on with them. I told her about my experiences with wintersowing for the last 3 years. Gave her Trudi's website address, etc. She asked me to come do a presentation on wintersowing, such as preparing the containers, planting and labels containers, etc. So I am going to the 4-H building tomorrow to demo how to wintersow, and bring a bunch of seeds for their project. I am so excited and happy that more people will benefit from the generosity and kindness of the members here who took the time to believe in a newbie. So have faith in newbies, and everyone needs to pay forward a good deed.

Thanks

Kathy