In 1998 two things happened.... One, I turned 50 and two, I renewed my quest to be more conscientious about my health. After being a lifelong gardener I have rough hands and more face "wrinkles" than I should. It is hard to appreciate the benefits of gloves and sunscreen if you don't remember to use them! I have developed a line of body care products using the finest natural ingredients. Only pure vegetable and fruit oils, herbs and flowers, witch hazel, glycerin, beeswax and pure essential and fragrance oils are used. No animal products.

I chose the name "The Weary Gardener" for our products, as it is rather befitting for us at Willow Farm. Working the good earth, growing beautiful flowers and marketing our wares leaves little idle time. Would I trade it for a desk job or inside work? I don't think so!! So remember to get those gloves on, use sunscreen, and take some time to play a little. "Look upon nature with the wonder of a child; respect it with the wisdom of an adult."

-Lillian Gimmestad