Outlook 2022-23 • 21 the club members find joy in serving others! “I like making things like cards at the Dare Center for people who don’t get out much, to make them happy. I like making plants and donating to them,” said Christine as she added soil to her marigold plant. Gina shared what kind of plants she enjoys: “I like tulips and lilies and roses and violets,” she said. “And marigolds!” She was sure show off her completed project and smiled proudly as her photograph was taken. For many gardeners, Steve’s statement rings true: “I like to see things grow. They’re pretty,” he said with a smile. As the morning’s program concludes at about 10 a.m., the group members finish their snack and say goodbye until next time. “They are just the coolest group of people,” Lamo said. “It’s really fun.” For information on how to participate or volunteer with the therapeutic horticulture program, contact Tanya Lamo at telamo@ ncsu.edu.
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Left: Christine says her favorite part of gardening is giving to others. Right EJ waters his newly potted marigold plant at the Extension office in Manteo.
