The Nature of Gardening Spring is here, and "gardening season" is upon us. I would like to take a moment to remind everyone that it is possible, when gardening or landscaping, to do so in a way that doesn't negatively interfere with wildlife. Don't forget that where your home now stands, wildlife once flourished. So, you can give back to nature through incorporating your backyard into a place where nature can thrive. This doesn't mean that you have to let your yard be- come over-run with weeds and thistles (however, thistles do attract many butterflies). There are many ways that you can have a beautifully landscaped yard, or simple garden, while at the same time attracting all kinds of little creatures. When choosing shrubs, for example, make sure they are fruit- bearing to native species. There are many, such as the Sand Cherry that are not only beautiful in colour, but they also provide berries from July through September. Many of us seem to think that a strictly manicured lawn with neatly spaced and trimmed bushes are beautiful. Though it may look clean and tidy to the eye, it gives very little to nature and provides little, if anything, for wildlife to survive in. And, in the end, the survival of our natural envi- ronment really is the key to sustaining all of life. And a backyard enhanced with greenery and little animals is won- derful to watch and enjoy. I hope that some of you remember nature, the but- terflies, birds, 4-legged creatures, and even the insects when getting ready to garden this Spring and Summer. Happy wildlife gardening! - Mary Esta L. Marcille "http://www33.brinkster.com/maryesta/nature.html" BuildWorx Hardwood and Softwood Floors Home improvements / Renovations New Construction Additions / Garages / Carports / Decks Sheds / Porches Interior and Exterior Trim Work Siding / Soffit / Fascia Replacement Doors And Windows Kitchen / Bathroom Installations insulating Peter Allen {613) 476-8623 / 813-1857 cel Fully insured Fax 478-0199 peler@buiidworx.ca hitp/iwww buildworx.ca Member of Prince Edward County Home Builders Association Barb is participating in the walk this year after hearing about the great time Annette had there last year. "Annette's enthusiasm was awesome! As a female, you look around to your friends, neighbours and relatives and worry as to who may be next. Although I already know many survivors of breast cancer I like to think that in fu- ture I could see fewer cases of this awful disease." To make a greater impact, Annette Keogh has set a personal goal of $4000 and Barb Guernsey has set a per- sonal goal of $3000. To help them reach their goals, to visit www.endcancer.ca to make a donation online or call Local Residents - Continued from page 1 benefiting Princess Margaret Hospital, held last September 2004 when 4,565 walkers walked 60km. Annette has decided to participate, for the second time, in The Weekend to End Breast Cancer benefiting the Princess Margaret Hospital, because it was such an amaz- ing experience for her last year and because it gives her the opportunity to do something proactive against a disease that victimizes or kills many. Annette's mother and sister in law are breast cancer survivors and the disease has touched the lives of many of her friends, colleagues and neighbours. Raising money towards reducing the inci- dence and improving the outcomes of the breast cancer di- agnosis is a great motivator. (416)815-WALK (9255). Feel free to also visit their per- sonal web pages and track their progress. For more information on the event please go to www.endcancer.ca or call (416)815-WALK (9255) About Princess Margaret Hospital Net proceeds from The Weekend to End Breast Cancer will benefit The Princess Margaret Hospital Foun- dation, a leader in the fight against breast cancer and the largest institution in Canada exclusively devoted to cancer treatment, research, and education. Funds raised will be primarily directed to groundbreaking research in breast cancer, moving us a step closer to discovering a cure. Pro- ceeds will also be used to support a new survivorship clinic and program at Princess Margaret Hospital, as well as to complete a number of enhancements to the breast clinic.