Question
Two years ago I planted a a young thyme plant in my garden.  The first year it did not do so well as I was a novice and also planted mint in the same blocked off section and the mint just over-ran the entire section.  The second year I dug up the mint's root ball and relocated it to an area where it could grow as much as it liked.  The thyme plant was so happy that second summer that he just flourished beyond my expectations.  
One of my neighbors happened by one afternoon and saw my happy little thyme plant and wondered if she could have a bit of it to plant in her garden.  My question is how can I split my plant so that my happy little frined will continue to thrive and still be able to share with my neighbor?  

Answer
Bil:
Take the lower branches closer to the ground and bend slowly to the ground. Dig out an 1 inch trench and plant the branch into it and cover with soil and a stone or brick. Water it slightly and check in 2 weeks or more for roots. Pull it up slowly to check. If they are rooted, dig it up carefully with soil and transplant to a pot, water it before giving to neighbor. Plant in the east sun with some light shade and prune 1/3 off the tips of each branch. Also to stimulate the mother plant into faster growth, prune the tips on it also and every 3 weeks. Dry in paper bag. When completely dry, place in a blender and store for your recipes. The weather should be above 50 degrees before starting.

Leroy