Tend something living
Barbara Bowyer writes: I recently purchased a small hibiscus tree at a local store. Of course, one can’t simply purchase a tree; it needed a larger pot and more potting soil. Another trip to the store, supplies purchased, and replanting accomplished. It now sits on my deck and will regularly produce beautiful flowers if I tend to it. Which leads me to why I bought it in the first place. I recently happened upon a daily selfcare checklist that, among other things, suggested I should “Tend something living / growing”. I was pretty certain that wasn’t referring to the wee bit of mold on my blackberries (note to self: blackberries have a relatively short shelf life after purchase so eat them when you get them). I have since printed and placed the list on my refrigerator to remind me of daily practices that are useful as we continue to mark the days of self-isolation. Here's the list; feel free to use / share as you desire. I take no credit for the original list; a quick Goo...