
" I love to see a plant that I have cared for flourish and thrive upon the window sill and the flowers of spring burst into bloom in all their splendour. I marvel every May at the magnificence of the cherry tree blossom as it sheds its fallen flower like confetti on the ground. As other flowers open and reveal their floral beauty, the sight of each red rose reminds me instantly of my dear mother who loved that flower over all other species of growth. Of all things marvellous though which can be found in the garden of one's life and experience, none can compare with the shared love between a couple that has travelled with them from first to last. One can only admire their combined love that held them close in each other's affections as they raised their family through the trials and tribulations of life. For they possess a love which cannot be bettered; from that of first kiss to final breath and which has strengthened, grown wiser, become more tolerant and understanding, whilst remaining forever faithful and true. Such love is one that we all live for, greatly respect and would gladly die with." William Forde: March 18th, 2013.