In this issue: Cathy Konyn Memorial Awards; Celebrating November-December Recognition Hours; Recognition Event for all County Master Gardeners; Ann Platzer describes the Western Pygmy Blue; Georgia Renne asks, Are We Meeting Our Master Gardener Mission?; Remember to attend “Growing Master Gardeners” and read Sprouts; RCRCD invites you to How to Control Tree Pests; Jane Payne describes how WC Helpline addresses Gardening and Successful Aging; Jane Payne showcases West County Helpline’s Move to Riverside new office; Jill Hishmeh highlights New Master Gardener Training Class; Brad Hardison explains how Palm Springs School Garden Provides Great Venue for Lessons; Janet Hartin teaches us how and why plants camouflage; West County Advisory Board Rosters.