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And the Winner Is . . . .

4 November, 2008 By Dee Nash

by Dee Nash
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'Frontier Twirl' one of Dr. Buck's famous roses

'Frontier Twirl'

It’s time to announce the winner of the contest to name my little patch of paradise.  Choosing was tougher than I expected.  I’m amazed at the number of entries I received, all of which, I might add, were excellent.

Anna, a/k/a Flower Garden Girl, came up with Rambling Rose.  Pretty and sweet, just like her.  Her blog is down right now so unfortunately, I can’t link to her.

Windsong, promoted by my Tennessee friend, Gail of Clay and Limestone, seemed the winner of the popular vote.  I love it, but every time I spoke it, the commercial for the perfume kept running through my mind.  Does anyone else remember that commercial, or am I just dating myself?

Cindy, who writes From My Corner of Katy, voted for Rock Rose Gardens, a play of words on rose rocks, which are found only in Oklahoma.  I loved it.

LaDonna thought of Gaillardia, which is Oklahoma’s State Wildflower, but alas, the Gaylord family appears to have that one all wrapped up with their housing addition, and I don’t want to tangle with them.

Kim from Cannas and Bananas suggested Rose Song, which is beautiful, or Red Dirt Digs, and Mary, writing from The View from Here, proposed Red Dirt Retreat.  I love the idea of a retreat, but I’m afraid I overuse Red Dirt as it is, so perhaps not.

Mr. McGregor’s Daughter, whom I’ve followed from my blog’s humble beginnings, was in a Halloween mood with her alien pumpkin, and she thought Rosewell or Roswell would be great.  Umm, I don’t think so, although I love her sense of humor.

Kathy from Cold Climate Gardening and another fellow Plurkette, loves my lakeview, and thus suggested that name.  Very peaceful, like her.

Liisa in Vermont pondered along the same lines with Lakehaven or Tranquil Lake, both excellent names too.

Pink Knockout

Pink Knockout

However, the winner of the contest, (and she will be so pleased because she is quite the competitor) is Carol from May Dreams Gardens.  She suggested Red Dirt Rose Haven.  Shortened to Rosehaven, it is the perfect name for my very English garden with wild, Oklahoma, prairie plants. When HH and I drew the plans for Rosehaven, we composed it in the English cottage style with a diamond-grid format and arbors at each entrance.  Over ten years later, it is filled to overflowing with roses, and more may be planted in spring.  It is also a haven for me and all of the animals and insects who call it home.

Thank you all for playing.  It was great fun.  Carol, write and give me your address, and the two books will be on their way.

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  1. CurtissAnn says

    7 November, 2008 at 3:05 pm

    Oh, yes, I do remember Windsong…”stays on my mind…” and thought the same as you did. I Love Rosehaven!

    When I get the new house, I am hoping you will help me with the gardens.
    xxxooo

    I’m so excited about that house, girl, and I’m ready to hop on that plane.~~Dee

  2. carolyngail says

    6 November, 2008 at 10:21 pm

    Excuse me, Dee, it was me not Gail, who actually came up with the name Windsong. Anyhoo, I’m glad you settled on a name for your garden.

    carolyngail´s last blog post..OOPS! I’m a Blooming Muse

    Carolyn Gail, I am so sorry. I went through the list, and I was afraid I would miss something. Please accept my humble apologies.~~Dee

  3. Kim says

    6 November, 2008 at 5:45 pm

    Oh, yes, I remember Windsong! Your Windsong stays on my, Windsong stays on my, Windsong stays on my mind! And I love Rosehaven. It fits.

    Kim´s last blog post..Come Little Leaves

    I can still smell the perfume too. It’s still for sale if anyone wants some.~~Dee

  4. LaDonna says

    6 November, 2008 at 12:51 pm

    Congratulations! I love ROSEHAVEN, sounds like a wonder ful place to visit, or better yet live! Maybe you can give me some rose growin’ tips, sometime. Their not as easy as other flowers!

    Oh yes, I remember the Windsong commercials!

    LaDonna´s last blog post..FIRST FREEZE!!!!

    Thanks, LaDonna. I’ll be glad to offer rose tips.~~Dee

  5. Marnie says

    6 November, 2008 at 9:04 am

    I hadn’t remembered the perfume until MMD wrote the lyrics. I associate Windsong with John Denver.

    Rosehaven is a great name. May it always be full of roses and may it always be your haven.
    Marnie

    Marnie, I’ll have to look the song up on YouTube.~~Dee

  6. mary says

    5 November, 2008 at 9:10 pm

    Yes, good choice. It fits everything. And gorgeous rose photo by the way!

    Thank you. That rose is a beauty.~~Dee

  7. Willi says

    5 November, 2008 at 7:44 pm

    Lovely! It sounds so relaxing. Like the perfect place to sip a cup of tea and sniff the roses!

    Thanks, Willi.~~Dee

  8. Curtis says

    5 November, 2008 at 7:21 pm

    Its very fitting. Congrats Carol.

    Thanks, Curtis.~~Dee

  9. Mr. McGregor's Daughter says

    5 November, 2008 at 5:16 pm

    “Your Windsong stays on my mind…” Yes, although I haven’t thought about it in years, I still remember the commercial. How pathetic is that?
    I love the new name, it’s kind of like the name of my garden, but without the snarky undertone.

    Mr. McGregor’s Daughter´s last blog post..Muse of November

    The commercial immediatly came to me. Ah, the power of the jingle. I’m glad it doesn’t sound snarky.~~Dee

  10. Carol, May Dreams Gardens says

    5 November, 2008 at 4:10 pm

    I’m thrilled and honored that you liked the name I came up with! Thank you! May the flowers be bountiful and the weeds be few in that lovely place you are creating in Oklahoma… Rosehaven!

    Carol, May Dreams Gardens´s last blog post..In The Fall, Red Rules in My Garden

    I hope you like your prizes.~~Dee

  11. Okie Sister says

    5 November, 2008 at 1:00 pm

    Absolutely perfect name. You made the right choice.

    Thanks, OS.~~Dee

  12. deb says

    5 November, 2008 at 11:51 am

    Great choice.

    Thanks, Deb.~~Dee

  13. Brenda Kula says

    5 November, 2008 at 9:48 am

    Wonderful selection. I love your gardens, your beautiful home by the lake. Your posts, your ponderings.
    Brenda

    Brenda Kula´s last blog post..A Woman’s Loss

    Thanks, Brenda. I love yours too.~~Dee

  14. Mary Ann says

    5 November, 2008 at 10:46 am

    Awesome. and YOU KNOW Carol will be thrilled.

    Mary Ann´s last blog post..Flora with Fauna names.

    Yup.~~Dee

  15. Gail says

    5 November, 2008 at 9:34 am

    I love the new name! Rosehaven is lovely and so is your blog! Warmest thoughts on your garden’s Naming Day! Gail

    Gail´s last blog post..Let Me Introduce You To

    Thank you, Gail. I like the way it rolls off the tongue. Now if only I had a team of gardeners to help me maintain it.~~Dee

  16. Robin says

    5 November, 2008 at 8:24 am

    Oh, and I wanted to say that I really like your blog header! It’s beautiful!

    Robin´s last blog post..Autumn Around Robin’s Nesting Place

    Hi Robin, thank you.~~Dee

  17. Robin says

    5 November, 2008 at 8:22 am

    I love the name you selected! Carol is quite the creative one!

    Robin´s last blog post..Autumn Around Robin’s Nesting Place

  18. Cindy says

    5 November, 2008 at 8:06 am

    Carol does it again! Rosehaven fits you and the garden beautifully.

    Cindy´s last blog post..How To Get Ready for A Day In The Garden

  19. Lisa at Greenbow says

    5 November, 2008 at 5:55 am

    I knew Windsong was familiar for some reason. Rosehaven is just perfect. Way to go Carol.

  20. Racquel says

    4 November, 2008 at 11:58 pm

    Great choice! Congrats to Carol!

    Racquel´s last blog post..Function vs Beauty

  21. tina says

    4 November, 2008 at 11:42 pm

    I remember Windsong. In fact, I still love that perfume!!:) Congrats to Carol.

    tina´s last blog post..Another Kind of Bamboo

  22. Brit' Gal Sarah says

    4 November, 2008 at 11:43 pm

    Great choice and I love your new look

    Brit’ Gal Sarah´s last blog post..Oh Happy Day

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