Why I need a garden

I tried to grow lettuce and herbs last year but, Nevada clay mixed with too much shade does not the ample garden make.  I think I may try some container gardening this year though, because I just have to have an excuse to buy one of these guys! 

These adorable garden guests, a ladybug and a turtle, were handmade from vintage WWII helmets!  Artists Fred Conlon says "it is very satisfying to transform something once used in war into a peaceful garden decoration."  Yet another uncommon find from one of my all-time favorite shops, Uncommon Goods!