When The Frost Bites

I like the use of imagery to convey your emotions. The ending was a bit different than I had expected. Good job.

Yeah, I have a rubber plant named Brian that spends the winter indoors.

I'm guessing "Polka Dot" was an Orchid or something similar?
(Well, I'm hoping its not a cherished cat! )
I like the twist, the brevity,,,, the emphasis on the two,,, "Dead!"s.

Obi.

for resuscitation? Maybe cloning? I have had luck with cloning a plant from not quite dead roots.
I have a [I call them Forever plants]. They don't need soil, just water and as long as you keep them warm and watered, they will thrive. I left mine touching the glass of a window where I keep it, and it lost most of its leaves. I love that plant and was heartbroken that I had cause such damage. I feel your heartbreak. Nicely done, ~ Geezer.
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Hello, Alex,
I am so sorry. I have three green buddies who bring much joy. Well done conveying your thoughts in so few words.
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I like your flow of words, and that makes a perfect rhythm.
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