In my Garden of Life 
June 13, 2026
Written by Rose Marie Rideout

I've been building a garden now,
For over fifty long years.
A garden built from honest love,
Along with a good many tears.

I've worked hard to make it,
The very best that it could be.
I started off with a lot of love,
To share for everyone to see.

First the love of my life forever,
To grow old with me eventually.
Then shared our precious garden,
With our five kids, a real family.

I planted in my garden of life,
Eleven grandchildren to love.
Ones I am always so proud of,
Planted with love from above.

I water them each everyday,
So they will grow to be strong.
Doing what they're meant to do,
In my garden, where they belong.

Some are only a little over five ft. tall,
While others are over six ft. tall.
They are strong and healthy,
Everyday to me they make a call.