Curbside Bouquet

A colorful curbside garden outside the auto repair shop at 94th and Lincoln in West Allis.

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It's the little things that bring a smile to my face some days. Often, on my way home, I pass by the auto repair shop, The Mechanics, on 94th and Lincoln, in West Allis.  One day this summer, as I drove by the shop I noticed something so cheerful. At the curbside, someone had planted a wildflower garden. A little patch of sandy dirt filled with cosmos, coreopsis, and bachelors buttons, just to name a few.   Every time I drive by I think about stopping and taking a closer look.

A cheerful curbside pollinator garden in the city.

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So, I finally did. One sunny, Sunday afternoon, I pulled over and walked over to admire the results of someone's handiwork. A packet of wildflower seeds scattered across this dusty patch had grown into a happy, colorful pollinator garden. It doesn't take much to make a bit of difference in this world. To add some cheer, to provide a bit of habitat on a city street corner for bees and butterflies. And anyone passing by.  More of these, please.

​And if you're the person who planted this little bit of wild beauty, Thank You!