Book-A-Day 28

Grandpa Green by Lane Smith tells the story of a boy's great-grandfather.  Grandfather is a horticulturist and has shaped trees to match his memories.  The boy knows the grandfather's stories, thanks to the topiary trees.  We learn about grandpa living on a farm, going to war, meeting his wife, and starting a family.  Although Grandpa may forget things occasionally, the garden helps him remember.  This is a sweet story reminding us how plants can trigger fond memories.  #BookADay28