The Parenting Post recently wrote an article on How to Garden With
Children in 53 Easy Steps though I’m sure the word “EASY” has been over extended in its meaning.

It’s a great article and I found myself nodding and smiling as I scanned each step, reminiscing my failed attempts of gardening with our children as toddlers. They’re all a little older these days and not much interested in gardening – unless of course it comes on the Nintendo.

I’m not being fair. They do love to get their hands dirty, still, and will even pull the occasional weed. But, the fervour for helping in the garden has waned somewhat. I’m sure my impatience and “Daddy, will do that one…” comments haven’t helped encourage their gardening desire. It’s funny how one passion can override another, isn’t it?

So, I’m keen to rectify my overzealous perfectionism by starting little garden projects with their help. And the beauty of my new found paradigm shift is that it’s never too late to start.

For those who love gardening and have young children my advice would be enjoy the 53 easy steps – even if it takes 103.