In this year of many challenges and big transitions, I feel grateful to the friends, family, and colleagues who offered kind words, encouragement, and support along the way. Know that you are appreciated and loved and that your loving kindness carried me through difficult times. Special thanks to my parents for their loving support; to Carolyn Rivers for getting me to Charleston; to Nick in Val Verzasca who is like a brother to me—thank you for the quiet refuge for writing and reviving my spirit. I’m also grateful to Elizabeth Beak, who introduced me to companion planting in Charleston’s urban gardens. Appreciation also goes to Llewellyn editors and to the book designers who do such a great job with layout and design. I feel special gratitude for the readers and workshop participants who explored many of these secret garden exercises with me along the way and helped me to grow. May all of your lives blossom with flowers of joy. This work is offered at the feet of the Divine, the loving source of all life. May the fruits of it be enjoyed by that Divine One.