It's a plant!

Most of my clients are reasonably close by, living in Boise, Eagle, or Meridian. But once a week I do get to drive north for forty-five minutes to a small town called Emmet, to work with a client up there.

In early August, on my way to the appointment, I saw a sign for a plant sale. Now, ever since I've succeeded in keeping my third attempt at a Venus Fly Trap alive for four months straight, I've been wanting to try my hand at a bit of urban gardening. So I decided to check it out.

Following the signs led me to a farm house a ways out of town. No one was around except for a sign listing prices and telling you where to leave the money--in a metal box on the table. I'd just managed find a self serve plant store that worked on a trust system.

And there were some lovely plants for sale.

With such a huge selection, I was stuck for a while. But I could only afford to get one plant. After some consideration, I chose one that seemed useful, interesting, and reasonably easy to not kill.

Since bringing this little lady home, she's turned the rest of the way green and seems to be doing well.