Summary
The article discusses the author's experience with growing basil from seeds and the challenges of maintaining its vibrant green color, drawing parallels with the personal growth and adaptation experienced through raising three young children.
Abstract
The author reflects on the struggle to achieve the lush green color typically seen in supermarket basil, sharing a personal journey of nurturing basil from seed. Despite the plant's less-than-ideal appearance, the author considers basil one of the best things in the world. The article draws an analogy between the care required for basil and the experience of raising young children, noting the significant mental space devoted to diaper changing before the birth of the children, which became a minor concern afterward. The author also observes that the smell of diapers was barely noticeable during breastfeeding.
Opinions
- The author expresses a deep appreciation for basil, viewing it as a rewarding plant to grow.
- There is a hint of frustration or disappointment in the rhetorical question about the basil's appearance, suggesting an ideal that has not been met.
- The author is not interested in receiving basic gardening advice, implying a level of expertise or a desire to focus on the emotional aspects of gardening.
- The author shares a personal insight into the changing perspective on parenting challenges, such as diaper changing, before and after the birth of their children.
- There is a subtle suggestion that breastfeeding may have influenced the perception of diaper odors, making them less noticeable.
