Surrounded by the exquisite scent of 700 Lavender plants in bloom and serenaded by wind chimes and birdsong, my sister, Anne and I, along with 4 other women and the amazing Dar Yuill spun lavender into beautiful wreaths.It was a delightful afternoon of creating, chatting and celebrating our human connections and community.

And… I decided, just for fun, to write a song for the day and ask AI (I know, I’ve crossed over to the ‘dark’ side – but it’s really cool!) to put my song to music. And this is what I got! (Lyrics are mine)

And these are the complete song lyrics:

In Lavender Fields
by Louise Gallagher

In lavender fields where the sun sets wide,
Gentle breezes whisper tales of old.
Memories float like clouds in the sky,
Soft petals dance under the sun's gold light.

Oh, lavender fields, how you bring me peace,
With every breath, my heart finds release.
In your charms, I find the quiet ease,
Of simple days when life was full of rest.

Through the rows of purple, I create a wreath,
Feeling the warm sun caress my cheeks.
Each strand weaves a memory, each scent a tone,
Nature's melody, sweet and sweet.

In lavender fields, I let go and rest,
Where worries fade and calm takes hold.
In your gentle beauty, I find my best,
A peaceful journey, soul and fold.