A freshly plowed field for the new year

As Hortocrates once said, "A new year is like a freshly plowed field. Plant it thoughtfully."

"Carol..."

Yes Dr. Hortfreud?

"Who is Hortocrates"?

Well, Dr. Hortfreud, Hortocrates is a famous garden philosopher.  I am surprised you haven't heard of her, considering how learned you are. By the way, her name rhymes with Socrates - Hort-a-cra-tease

"I think you made her up, Carol."

I made you