My Journey as a Plant Parent

Another picture from my 20th birthday, holding a small plant. Every challenge in life has been a teacher, and every fall has shaped my rise, just like a plant reaching for the sun.

I was blessed to be a part of the Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Foundation. Being in such a divine atmosphere, surrounded by nature and devotion, was an unforgettable experience. Har Har Mahadev.

The Parijat flower has a beautiful story connecting it to Lord Krishna. The ISKCON Ananthapur temple has many of these trees, and their flowers are offered daily to Radha Parthasarathi. It's a blessing to witness this devotion.

This was me on my 19th birthday, a proud plant parent with my new rose plants. I am so happy to have this lovely bond with all of you through our shared love for plants.

I get very excited when I go plant shopping for my garden. Here are some of the new plants I purchased, including many new shades of roses and hibiscus. My budget was crossed, but my heart was full.

Inner peace is the foundation of all happiness. For me, that peace comes from moments like this, harvesting jasmine flowers and offering them to my little Krishna deity amidst my plants.

My weekends are almost always spent with my plants. Whether it's shopping for new pots or visiting a nursery, being around this green energy is how I recharge.

A birthday harvest with my little nephew. Teaching the next generation to love and care for nature is one of the most important things we can do.

Many people ask what I do with the flowers after pooja. I collect them and turn them into fragrant dhoop or incense. It's a way of completing the cycle, from nature back to nature.