It’s a scorcher!

It’s been unbearably hot and humid

for more than a week now.

My daughters thought it would be cool

to have their very own cactus

since it feels like we’re living in the desert.

My 11-year old chose the moon cactus,

just like her personality – reticent and artistic.

And my 6-year old picked one

that I do not even know what it’s called.

It’s a nice-looking succulent –  fresh and pleasant,

that compliments her carefree and vibrant nature.

They both have such distinct personalities

like day and night.

I bet the little one will never stop

annoying her big sister.

And I wish for big sister loads of patience

to endure the never-ending nonsense.

But I pray they’ll grow to be

confident and resilient

yet gentle and kind,

always loving and caring for each other,

that they’ll show up in good times

and times of dry spell in life.

Alone, a cact-I.

Together, a cact-US.

May they be bosom friends forever!