The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and How It Saved Me From Becoming a Crazy Cat Lady)



From Feline Fantasy to a Frond-Filled Reality

Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. Scrolling through endless pictures of fluffy kittens, daydreaming of the purr-fect feline companion curled up on the couch next to us. I was no different. My Pinterest board overflowed with adorable cat pictures, and my heart ached for a furry friend to call my own.

plant parenthood began, completely by accident.

How a Dusty Succulent Changed My Life

It all started with a sad-looking succulent I impulsively rescued from the clearance rack at the grocery store. I figured, even I couldn’t kill a plant that practically thrived on neglect. Little did I know, that tiny, dusty succulent would spark a passion I never saw coming.

As weeks turned into months, something amazing happened. Not only did the succulent not die, it actually thrived! Seeing that little sprout of new growth filled me with a sense of accomplishment I hadn’t anticipated. It was like my nurturing, however minimal, had brought something beautiful to life.