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I started my fascination in this skill a few years ago. It is less important when and more important to talk about where. A place where nature is nurtured by its native people. I am talking about the wonderful destination Hawaii. Nature and plants are tightly tied into the Hawaiian culture and ceremonial practices. In Hawaii, was the first time I felt the actual life in plants, which was beautiful. I almost felt as if the plants were watching me, I know that might sound a little scary, but it felt breathtaking. In that moment I knew I wanted to be a part of the protection over nature.

Later I began to slowly make progress to mastering gardening. Freshman year I purchased my first plant and I named her Athena. She was behind my TV near the window next to my roommate. Since I didn’t see Athena much, she was often forgotten that first semester. My plant was slowly dying and it was because of my lack of discipline. I came to a realization and questioned my self “how am I being any different than mankind not nurturing plants and slowly decreasing nature’s existence?” I wanted to change and make a difference even if it’s just 0.0000000001%. That next semester I started to be more attentive on when Athena needed to be watered. I focused on how much sunlight it needed and adjusted her position. It wasn’t easy nor was it a short process, but I was rewarded with a healthy plant. It felt great to know that because of me my plant survived and grew. This process taught me patience, responsibility, and mindfulness. Two years later, Athena is still alive, thriving, and larger than ever, accompanied by three other plant mates. However, this is still the beginning. I want to grow and care for a larger garden so I can feel more of the breathtaking feeling I felt in Hawaii.