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My Introduction

7 years ago

Thought I should introduce myself. I've been following several forums on Gardenweb for years and finally figured I should participate if I had anything of value to say or offer. I already feel I know many of the regulars. I just retired 4 yrs ago and live in Prince Rupert BC Canada (its called the City of Rainbows meaning it's coastal, very wet and rains alot). On the other hand, we have the Pacific Ocean on our door step and it's incredibly beautiful, especially when the sun shines.

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  • 7 years ago

    welcome ... welcome.. welcome ...


    anything that pisses you off.. throw it on the driveway for a few hours.. teach it a lesson ... so it understands who is in charge ...


    ken

    Comments (22)

    • 7 years ago

      Welcome!!! It’s always so nice to have new friends here. Please share photos and whatever else you’d like! We would love to see!!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked Lilyfinch z9a Murrieta Ca
    • 7 years ago

      Yes, the more the merrier, welcome!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked peren.all Zone 5a Ontario Canada

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    • 7 years ago

      Welcome. You will get a lot of valuable information and beautiful pictures here. Also a little comic relief sprinkled about. Enjoy!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked pandora
    • 7 years ago
      last modified: 7 years ago

      Hi, Ladydi. Great to get new input here. Had previously only known of the Lady Di with the capital "D"! Am familiar at least with the climate on the North Shore, Greater Vancouver, (relatives; viz. located on the ocean with mountains behind). Gives me some appreciation for the lots of rain, but also for how scenic it can be.

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked sunnyborders
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked oursteelers 8B PNW
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome Ladydi! Looking forward to seeing your beautiful pictures....

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked GardenHo_MI_Z5
    • 7 years ago

      What a beautiful place to retire. Your gardens must be lovely. Welcome!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked sandyslopes z6 n. UT
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome ladydi. Glad to have another gardener to compare garden notes with.

      I'm a frequent reader, but infrequent poster. I'm in BC in zone 8 and have a small garden. What zone are you in? What do you enjoy growing? Pictures are always welcome :-)

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked yeonassky
    • 7 years ago

      welcome, looking forward to getting to know you and your garden.

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked old_dirt 6a
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome !!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked porkchop_z5b_MI
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome, Ladydi! i don't post much, but I read every day! This is such a wonderful and friendly forum. Hope you enjoy...and share photos!

    • 7 years ago

      Me & my husband moved here just a couple years ago. We both really enjoy fishing and a boat pretty much in storage all the time. e decided to scale down our lives and move closer to the ocean but I didn't realize how different the climate would be from our previous place. I haven't really adapted as well as I'd hoped. I believe are in zone 7 (Canadian) but between the rain and the deer it's a real challenge to garden. I've taken alot of joy reading all the posts on Gardenweb and will definate try my hand at loading pictures soon. BTW, I think Ken is the coolest guy ever haha!

    • 7 years ago

      Yo, Di, show us what you got girl! Welcome to the forum, there's a few Canucks in it and I rather suspect some Maple Leaf fans, pity them......

      Pieter

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked Pieter zone 7/8 B.C.
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome, always great to have new participants. The next big thing coming is the alphabet on the day after Christmas. We look forward to seeing what you have to show us. Again welcome!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked sunnywood4bChazyNY
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome, hola, boun jorno (probably misspelled) haha! We are a friendly bunch as you already know! Please share some of your garden/yard/ property with us. I had snow yesterday, so only summer pics to share—- maybe you have some to share, we we would love to see!! BTW, I am also very fond of Ken who really knows how to show a hosta a good time!! ==>> :-D

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked djacob Z6a SE WI
    • 7 years ago



    • 7 years ago

      It worked. Omoshiro in a pot.

    • 7 years ago

      A picture of Prince Rupert BC walking trail along the coastline on a 'dry' day. I live just two street up from here. You'll often see crab traps just off the side or people fishing from shore.


    • 7 years ago

      Another picture of Prince Rupert BC just as the sun is going


    • 7 years ago

      Welcome! Beautiful scenery and clematis!

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked zkathy z7a NC
    • 7 years ago

      Welcome!..we welcome more pics and comments!..more is good!..I enjoy ken's comments too..

      Ladydi Zone 6A NW BC Canada thanked nicholsworth Z6 Indianapolis
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