Gettin' Medieval

I bought some Rue at the Silverlake Farmer's Market last week in hopes of planting it near my compost heap to discourage flies. A little research revealed a host of other beneficial qualities of this Medieval gem including love, creativity, settled stomach, and headache relief.
My research also revealed that the lusty character Blanche Devereaux on T.V.'s The Golden Girls was portrayed by an actress named Rue McClanahan.
Coincidence?

Marigolds

Shortly after seeing the incredible documentary The Garden, I found myself at a marigold seed harvest with a number of the people involved with trying to save the South Central Urban Farm. Preceding the harvest was a moving ceremony incorporating singing, drumming, and dancing. The marigolds we were harvesting are an heirloom variety that have been nurtured and harvested for generations. I get the impression is it imperative that I sing to these particular plants to encourage them to shine. Will do.