In another corner, a Machu Pichu
inspired planter fashioned and donated
by Fernando's student Kristen Beasley
holds flowers and greenery. The
garden's florals are simple and white
in keeping with the peacefulness and
spirituality of a place of memory and
characteristic of the white blooms
found in Japanese gardens.
Frances describes the Fernando La
Rosa Memorial Garden as an enclosed,
private, natural space that creates
circumstances for introspection. She's
gratified to see people strolling through
the sanctuary observing each element
devotedly crafted by her small band
of artisans. People read, socialize and
meditate in the garden, and before the
COVID-19 pandemic struck, it was a
popular site for wedding, engagement and
prom photos.
Gregg called the garden a sacred
space.
"I love the personal touches, and while
it's very personal to me, it can impact
anyone," she said. "It makes me feel at
home and gives me a sense of ownership
and belonging in the community we're a
part of."
Frances enjoys visiting the garden and
thinks about Fernando when she's there,
but doesn't have to be there to think
about him. When asked how Fernando
would like it, she replied, "I think he
would find it quite a treasure — a place to
sit, smoke his pipe and be thoughtful."
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