I’ve had a few instances in this newsletter to highlight Maddy’s writing skills. You may remember The Flower Book from earlier in the year. Lately, she has become an even more voracious writer. About half the time when I go to print something in my office, I get an error because the printer is out of paper from Madeleine working piece by piece through the entire tray.

Her writing is varied. Sometimes it’s poetry, sometimes it’s prose. This week, she tried her hand at something new: advertising. I found a piece of paper on my desk and I quickly glanced at it to see what kind of writing mood she was in that day. At first, I thought she had just written a little bit about gardening and plants. Then when I looked closer, I realized that she had written a radio ad, complete with parts for both her and Abby and the tagline that we use in our Kerby’s radio ads.

I had the girls record the ad just as it was written: listen here.

I think for a six-year-old, she did great writing. I definitely know who is in line to take over the marketing department at Kerby’s someday.

With the Christmas season in full swing, we know you are puzzling over the people on your shopping list. If there is a gardener on your list or maybe someone you would label as a “Crazy Plant Person,” then you’ve got to come check out our new shipment of houseplants. If you happen to be the Crazy Plant Person and you are looking for a little extra help taking care of your houseplants, then come out this Saturday at 10 am for the Houseplants Seminar. And check out our Care Guides for houseplants that are safe for your pets.

Maddy told us in her radio ad, “Let’s get started. Let’s grow.” There couldn’t be a better time. We hope you continue to have an amazing Christmas season filled with the magic of family, friends, and of course plants.