I Promise.

Beautiful, aren't they!  They are Jethro Tull Coreopsis.  They are a golden yellow and have a unique "fluted" petal.  I love them!  

While they may not look all that spectacular to everyone, they are worth millions to me.  If you know me, you know I love fresh cut flowers. On occasion, Jeff will surprise me with a bouquet of lilies and I'll keep them in the kitchen until they're beyond wilted.  But these, these are the first flowers that I've EVER clipped from my own garden.  

I spent my early years watching Mom grow veggies (in a boat!).  Hilton Head wasn't really conducive to gardening.  Then I grew up and moved out on my own.  I've grown veggies, impatiens and a host of peace lilies.  None of which were suitable for clipping and displaying.  But these, they are my pride and joy.

So to my boys...when you  move into your first house with your new wife, plant a flower.  One that looks pretty in a vase.   Your wife will love it.  Forever.  I promise.