So, the impatiens have continued to live, and I’d like to thank this little jar for that. In past years when I noticed how they were dying I’d grab something from the kitchen to use, like a 32-ounce cup or something equally functional yet ugly. This year, though, I thought keeping a jar right under the faucet would be good.
It’s sparkly and pretty, and when I see that the flowers are wilting I don’t sigh and think, “Great. Now I’ve got to take care of you.” Instead I think, “Hey! There’s a container already there! I must be a genius – or something equally amazing. Let’s get you guys some agua fresca!”
Remind me to take this thing in when winter comes.
Brad says
Be sure to thank Lauren From The Past for her ingenious reminder. You could thank her by “paying it forward” and ordering something mail order for Lauren From The Future.
Lauren's dad says
If you just turned it upside down and left it out there all winter, would the sun shine on it and make it sparkle?
Peggy says
My impatiens want to divorce me. I don’t blame them. Would you like to adopt them?