planting > planning

On the first of the month, on the first of the year, a small seed is planted. It becomes very important to tend to that seed, to mark its progress as it grows and climbs. What is it they say about plants, though? You’re meant to speak kindly to them? You shouldn’t shout at your bud, or belittle its existence. You should give it sunlight, and water,

Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans.

(Allen Saunders)