Last saturday I was able to go to the Botanical Gardens with my fellow Rose Scholars. I learned so much more about the Botanical Gardens during my time there. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and told us everything he knew about the place. I learned how the place gave work to young men during the Great Depression through the programs of the CCC and how the stone used for the building is called llenroc, cornell spelled backwards. My favorite part of the garden is the medicinal area. I love looking around and learning about the healing powers of the plants in the garden. I even recognized some from my own home and remembered how my mother would always give us teas that made us feel immediately better. The botanical gardens are so beautiful and I have taken note of some areas where I can go to study or to just relax. I look forward to visiting the place again.