The Saga of Bill, the Houseplant

Last week, my houseplant (his name is Bill)
claimed he invented chlorophyll.
He uses it, he said, to absorb light.
As ideas go, that's pretty bright. 
"Good idea, champ", I said,
then forgot to water him.  Now, he's dead.
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Rodgers Avatar
February 10, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Hello David, as always it gave me a genuine smile. You’ve turned a houseplant’s short, bright life into a miniature comedy with real heart. A delightful read. Winter Blessings, David, Daniel
Crandall Avatar
February 10, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Thanks Daniel! Houseplants are definitely at risk in my house.
Wolf Avatar
February 9, 2026 at 8:17 PM
O, David. You blew your big chance to be part of botanic history. Those don't come around every day, you know. lol. ~ Mr. Wizard
Crandall Avatar
February 10, 2026 at 8:18 PM
I know! Most of my houseplants are underachievers -lol!
Rodrigues Avatar
February 9, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Bluntly stated…now he’s dead.
Crandall Avatar
February 9, 2026 at 7:22 PM
The sad outcome for many of my houseplants, I'm afraid :-(
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