07/16/2026
Can we talk about the tiny basil plant I panic‑bought from the grocery store? The one that sat in a sad little drinking glass on my counter for way too long because I kept saying, "I’ll plant you tomorrow" like a liar? Yeah.
She lived. Not only lived - thrived.
She said, "Actually I will become a tree."
Now this once‑frail little herb gremlin is enormous. I know it's hard to tell and I should have used a banana for scale, but she's over a foot tall - full leaves, dramatic presence, absolutely convinced she’s the star of the bakery.
And honestly? She kind of is. She tastes incredible with peach jam, makes sourdough feel fancy, and is basically the emotional support plant of the kitchen.
So here’s to the basil that refused to die in a drinking glass and instead became a whole personality. 🌱
