House cleaning is for winter, or other weather that is not conducive to gardening.
I see no monster, just a loving plant mommy.
Tabby, Sandi and Audie can help you figure out how to keep them safe during winter. They are experts in your part of the country.
Oooooh, I love that Sis. Does it have a drainage hole? Water won't sit in the saucer? Don't want to drown that precious baby. That one will make a great house plant when the weather starts getting cold.
Can't wait to see photos of your planted shoe rock.
