Yard of the Month

When approaching 1235 Westfield Drive, one is welcomed by the soft, almost musical quality of bamboo wind chimes strung from the stately tree gracing the manicured home of When When approaching 1235 Westfield Drive, one is welcomed by the soft, almost musical quality of bamboo wind chimes strung from the stately tree gracing the manicured home of Duane and Toni Bagley. A deeper look and discussion further disclose that the Publix retiree, relocated from Florida’s east coast, enjoys donating his time shared between the Community Cooperative, New Hope Presbyterian and the Edison Estates. From the manicured landscaping, I am sure that the Edison Estates prospers from his horticultural expertise. The bamboo trimmings from the Estates aren’t disposed of as you’d think. From his creative and inspiring nature, that which was discarded is transformed from a mixture of whimsical and haberdashery appliqués of which a favored turtle design reigns supreme; the wind chimes. They gently ring a welcome to anyone passing by. Traversing with Duane as we round the corner of his home I am educated on mangos, expressly Haden and Kent varieties, followed with an offering of fresh picked lemons. Just as I am in awe of his skill and knowledge, I am in his generosity as a bag of lemons overflow, Coleus starts for my garden and a wind chime are extended to me. Without a doubt, New Hope and the Cooperative also are equally dazzled by his selfless contributions to these establishments. Asking, while I depart, what specifically he finds favorable of our community, the kindness of neighbors resounds. The location and safety have something to do with it too but neighbors such as these are the truest blessing of any community and Westfield Drive has one of the best! 

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