We’ve all been there. Scrolling through Instagram, you’re bombarded by photos of friends and their thriving jungles of indoor plants. Lush, green, and bursting with life, they practically scream, “Look how easy it is to care for me!” So, naturally, you decide to hop on the bandwagon and bring home your own leafy friend.
Little did I know, my new houseplant would become more than just a pretty decoration. It would become my unlikely life coach, teaching me valuable lessons about resilience, patience, and the beauty of imperfection.
The Great Unwatering Debacle: A Cautionary Tale
My journey into plant parenthood started innocently enough. I picked out a cute little succulent – you know, the ones that are supposed to be “unkillable.” I even gave it a name: Simon.
Oh, the naivete! I quickly learned that even the most low-maintenance plant needs a little TLC. In my defense, I thought I was doing a good job. I watered Simon every few days, gave him a prime spot on the windowsill, and even talked to him occasionally (don’t judge).
