Spring Has Sprung on the Lillian Pratt Balcony!

By Nicole Mathura-Price

Thanks to the green thumbs and sunny spirits of Linda Tonjann, FTJ Director of First Impressions, and her incredible crew of resident volunteers, the Lillian Pratt Balcony has blossomed into a cheerful spring oasis!

Armed with pots, soil, a rainbow of blooms, and boundless enthusiasm, Linda and her garden gang brought fresh life to this special space. Flowers now spill joyfully over the edges of their pots, adding a splash of color and a breath of fresh air for all who stop by to enjoy the view.

And it’s not just the people who wanted to be part of the fun—some pansies decided to volunteer themselves! They’ve popped up right between the bricks, insisting on joining the FTJ flower party. Honestly, who can blame them? With so much love and laughter in the air, even the flowers want to live here.

Huge thanks to Linda and her wonderful volunteers. You’ve turned a balcony into a blooming beacon of joy. If you haven’t visited lately, now’s the time to stop by, take a deep breath, and soak in the spring magic.