After we had marveled at the wonder of the Farnsworth House, we headed over to the Morton Arboretum. The Morton's, (as in the table salt, yes) also had a passion for trees. The property that is the arboretum is MASSIVE! So massive, it was wonderful. My pictures from here are limited.
Now allow me to introduce you to Peter Lassig. (We chased geese together, if you remember). He is one of the most knowledgeable, humble men I know. He is brilliant when it comes to plants and plantings, especially prairies, which is what you see behind him - completely in his element. He was in charge of the gardens at Temple Square for quite a while and retired from that position in the early 2000's. He continues to teach and learn and explore and I was one fortunate gal to be on this tour with him and gain enlightenment as we walked the prairie together.
I took this picture with him placed on the right side on purpose. Normally, one might want to photograph the subject on the left side, if the subject was facing and directing you towards the right. I placed him on the right, which leads your eye away from him and away from the picture, because it represents his willingness to give, share, teach and that all of what is does is never about himself, but about the creations and the Creator.
Indigo.
Milk weed in seed.
What a cool trip Lorien! I love your pictures and hearing about your adventure.
ReplyDeleteWe lived fairly close to the Arboretum. In fact, Grandmother had a stop there on one of her garden tours. We met her there, walked quite a bit and had lunch with her in their cafe. It was the only time she made it out that way to visit us. Very special memories.
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