I’M A REAL-CAMERA PERSON, so although I joined Instagram (as @awaytogarden) five years ago, I just didn’t get it. Take photos with my phone? Never. Well, never turns not to be forever, since after nearly five years’ absence (and thanks to prodding by many of you) I am going to try to post shots of the garden this year. I started on the first day of spring, with my Birdbath Meringue Pie, above.

Find and follow me there, if that’s your thing; I’m @awaytogarden.