Plant a Garden
I moved into my apartment 8 years ago. A renter once again, I decided I would not plant a garden. It would be silly to spend time, energy and money making things grow in the yard when I'd be moving again - soon. I'd just left a home where I'd spent thousands of hours and hundreds of dollars creating several lovely gardens. Then I sold it all. I knew I would never put that much effort into something I'd have to leave behind again. After all, I'd only be there a short while.
That short while flew by. Each year I fell more in love with the quiet, peaceful neighborhood. I took long walks admiring other people's gardens. I had no desire to move. And after eight years passed, I couldn't resist putting in a few fall bulbs in anticipation of a colorful spring. I learned then what many people already know: plant a garden wherever you go. You never know how long you'll stay and if you have to leave someone else will enjoy the flowers. Next time I won't waste time thinking there will be a better time or place to plant a garden.
That short while flew by. Each year I fell more in love with the quiet, peaceful neighborhood. I took long walks admiring other people's gardens. I had no desire to move. And after eight years passed, I couldn't resist putting in a few fall bulbs in anticipation of a colorful spring. I learned then what many people already know: plant a garden wherever you go. You never know how long you'll stay and if you have to leave someone else will enjoy the flowers. Next time I won't waste time thinking there will be a better time or place to plant a garden.
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