A winged couple came visiting my garden everyday for a week There was an animated discussion every time. Once Madam gave her consent to the chosen spot the work began. Slowly a nest was taking shape
Now that the abode is ready I think the eggs are laid and the female is perched in the nest most of the time. When I’m watering the surrounding area the male sits nearby and guards his palace
Every morning an hour I spend on the terrace watering and tending my plants and lately feeding the birds, mostly the pigeons and the crows. That is the best time of my day surrounded by my plants and watching the antics of the birds some bold some scaredy cats some naughty and a few dainty
I was always fond of gardening but after attending a workshop on organic terrace gardening I’ve become a passionate gardener
Hubby Dear used to tease me that if I sowed a seed the next day I would expect a flower. But the past few months have taught me patience. Now I’ve realized that like us every plant has a mind of its own too! For me gardening is the most satisfying hobby and the fruits of labour are colorful and sweet and never disappointing.
– Malini Khandige,
Koramangala 6th Block
