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Gardening was never a part of my life. Gardening was a hobby that only my grandfather and my mother’s co-workers participated in, and the only reason I knew these people participated in gardening was due to the fact that I would reap the benefits of tasty oranges or healthy vegetables. I remember one of my mother’s co-worker giving me oranges; then every time I would see my mother’s co-worker around town I would always thank him for the juicy, sweet oranges. I never really knew this co-worker, but his simple gesture gave us an immediate bond. A similar bond is shared between my grandfather and all his children, grandchildren, and friends. Since I have been alive, my grandfather has always been willing to share all the benefits of his lovely garden. Each Sunday, when my mother, sister, and I visit my grandparent’s home, my grandfather is always eager to give all he has grown. All his carrots, tomatoes, broccoli trees, bell peppers, and oranges are always available for anyone to take home and enjoy. These bonds can only be shared by a giver and a receiver. The giver is excited to share his treats; the receiver is excited that these treats are shared. After years of being a receiver, I am finally prepared to become the giver, not only to give to those around me, but to also give to me!
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