Farmer mourns loss of wife by planting thousands of oak trees – years later, it reveals 'secret' image
Love can propel people to do the unthinkable. A soul mate, although a fleeting fairy tale to most, can change one’s life forever.
Winston Howes is a British farmer, owning a 122-acre farm for decades with his wife Janet. At age 50, she passed away from complications related to heart disease, shattering her husband’s heart and soul. But Winston isn’t one to mope around. He set out to do something truly spectacular and captivating as tribute. Winston let his love flow in the most natural way he knows.
Janet and Winston married in 1962 in the town of Stroud, England. One of their first photos is in black and white, featuring the young couple holding hands with grins on their faces. They both look vibrantly young and happy. Their marriage lasted 33 wholesome years.
Months after the tragedy, Winston set out to pay homage. He sought about 6000 oak trees and spring-blooming daffodils. He partitioned a 6-acre plot of land on his farm to create an absolutely stunning floral tribute. He planted the trees around the outer ends of the plot, leaving space for a special, heart-shaped clearing in the middle, which he filled with the daffodils. He then marked the territory with a hedge to give the area a more defined shape.
The oak trees took about 17 years to reach maturity. According to Zoo Land, a veteran hot air balloonist was the first to notice the grand display in 2012, recalling, “It was the most amazing sight I’d ever seen from the sky.” Although a strong claim, it’s pretty easy to believe. The ornamentation is similar to a crop circle of sorts, but with a much more loving style.
The heart also features some beautiful, subtle qualities. In fact, the shape is pointed in the direction of Janet’s childhood home in England.
It’s safe to say that Janet would absolutely adore her giant floral arrangement. It definitely beats any regular, old bouquet. This gift even changes colors with the seasons. Depending on the time of year, the trees can feature a rosy-pink color, whereas the daffodils bloom each spring. The arrangement is ever-growing, spanning decades just like the couple’s love.
Winston and Janet’s affection has not faltered, even the in the wake of tragedy. They genuinely look like soulmates, as cliché as that may sound. Later in their lives, they’re featured in another loving picture, this time in color.
Winston and Janet grew old together with a flourishing love that prospered through the decades. Although it was cut short by tragedy, the loving fire never died, and likely never will. Winston’s tribute is fitting and everlasting.
As a farmer, he did what he does best in honoring her, crafting one of the most magnificent floral and tree arrangements in the world. True love certainly can last a lifetime… and in special cases, sometimes even longer.
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