My favorite place in my garden is the little spot just outside my bedroom. It cheers me even on the dreariest of days--like today. Mostly perennials in pinks and blues, it changes with the seasons, resting in the shade of an old cherry tree. On sunny days I often find myself here to meditate or just escape from the busy world outside my garden gate. This photo was taken in early May. Tulips, pansies and forget-me-nots are now being replaced by columbine, coral bells and Jacob's ladder. Soon to come are oriental poppy, iris and astible.