u/ceruleangenesis

A few weeks ago, I really wanted to buy this medium 8”philodendron for $60 but decided to hold off until I had the money. I came back once I had the money and was so sad to see it was gone already. Right before leaving, I took one last look around and found this absolute giant 12- inch philodendron just hiding in the corner for the SAME PRICE OF $60.

I HAD to bring her home. She’s ridiculously huge and heavy. I even smashed my toe walking with her home, but SO worth it!!! This was my dream plant - I’m in love. 🥹

In all seriousness, plants have taught me that some of the most important growth happens quietly. You may not see the results yet, but every small step, every setback, and every day you choose to keep going is shaping you.

This phrase above my work desk next to some of my favorite plants is a daily reminder for the days when I’m feeling low, doubting myself, or struggling to see how far I’ve come :)

Whatever you’re going through, give yourself the same patience you give your plants. Growth takes time, and not all progress is visible. Keep showing up. Keep growing.
Trust the process!

This year, after finally having a place to truly call my own, I fell in love with household plants. What started as buying “just one” quickly turned into spending countless hours (and probably hundreds of dollars 😅) exploring local nurseries and scrolling Facebook Marketplace in search of the perfect additions to my little indoor jungle every day.

I’ve always been in LOVE with pothos and philodendrons. There’s something so beautiful about their lush, cascading vines that makes a space feel alive. Trailing plants have completely stolen my heart, so I was genuinely so bummed when the philodendron I’d been dreaming about (and the only one I could afford) sold before I could get it. I was so bummed and couldn’t stop thinking about it for days - I let it go and just prayed a better deal would come my way.

And it did. Yesterday, something absolutely incredible happened. A super generous and kind man randomly decided to donate a whole collection of plants as he was moving across the country, and somehow I was lucky enough to bring home 9 of them: 3 philodendrons, 4 pothos, a monstera, and even a 40-year-old jade tree. I STILL CAN’T BELIEVE IT!!! 🥹😭

When I realized I was finally bringing home my dream philodendron (pic 3), I actually crashed out. I know it sound ridiculous, but these plants represent so much more than greenery to me. They are a remind of my passion, how far I’ve come, and finally having a home to fill with things I love and care so much about. 💚

I’m feeling so incredibly grateful, blessed, and so excited to care for these beautiful plants. I couldn’t stop thanking the guy. Sometimes the things we wait for have a funny way of finding us!