My Green Thumb

January 11, 2025

Anyone who has known me for any length of time knows that keeping plants alive is not my strong suit. Regardless of that indisputable fact, I have been gifted no fewer than four orchid plants over the past two years. In each case, I thought it would be pretty for a little while, join all its predecessors in the foliage graveyard, and that would be the end of it. Imagine my surprise when each one of those plants in turn have remained hearty and healthy and green. I have a bay window in my kitchen, which ensures that not only do the plants have access to regular light, but also ensures that I pass by them each day. This means that rather than languishing, parched and lacking water, I am reminded to water them with regularity. Who knew?? Even better, just a few days ago one of my orchids decided to bloom--a lovely message to let me know it is possible I have turned the corner on my plant-neglecting days.