Monday, June 18, 2012

Bubblegum Trees


The past few days were filled to the brim when one of my brothers and his wife and their six year old son came to visit.

Among the many things we did I think one of my favorite moments was when my nephew came to inform me that he wants to plant a bubblegum tree for us with his wad of chewed gum. He dug a hole under kitty's careful supervision and planted it. He watered it regularly for their entire stay.

 I didn't have the heart to tell him it would never grow. He was so excited about the prospect of having us be able to go outside and pick all the bubblegum we want. 
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15 comments:

  1. KQ SueMon Jun 18, 10:10:00 AM 2012

    Maybe plant a cherry tree, so he can have red gum balls in a few years.

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  2. Monica Mon Jun 18, 10:16:00 AM 2012

    So sweet! I love the picture with the cat looking on, as if to give advice and help out if needed.

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  3. magnoliasnteaMon Jun 18, 11:53:00 AM 2012

    That's really adorable! Why do kids have to grow up?

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  4. AnonymousMon Jun 18, 03:35:00 PM 2012

    How sweet! If only, huh?! He looks like Sailor, do you think?

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  5. The imPerfect HousewifeMon Jun 18, 03:39:00 PM 2012

    LOL - If it does grow, see if he'll come plant a money tree at my house! That is too cute.

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  6. Michelle-ozark crafterMon Jun 18, 06:10:00 PM 2012

    It would almost be amusing to plant a tree and hang bubblegum on it! Just for the little guy.

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  7. Phyllis BlickensderferMon Jun 18, 06:38:00 PM 2012

    I agree with the idea of planting a tree seed (cherry does sound good!)

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  8. RubyMon Jun 18, 10:23:00 PM 2012

    When I was about his age, I planted macaroni so that I could grow mac & cheese. My mom was very tempted to put boxes of mac & cheese "plants" where I had sown my pasta!

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  9. JulesTue Jun 19, 12:49:00 AM 2012

    That was very thoughtful and sweet of him, even if his "seed" won't grow a bubblegum tree. It's the thought that counts, right? :)

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  10. JulesTue Jun 19, 12:49:00 AM 2012

    That was very thoughtful and sweet of him, even if his "seed" won't grow a bubblegum tree. It's the thought that counts, right? :)

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  11. trumpTue Jun 19, 03:50:00 PM 2012

    I planted a money tree, and sadly that didnt grow either! Richard

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  12. Simply ShelleyTue Jun 19, 09:36:00 PM 2012

    Very sweet thought...a bubblegum tree! To be a child again :) Very sorry to read of your cousins passing. Asking God to sent peace and comfort to his loved ones....blessings

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  13. Mountain MamaFri Jun 22, 05:48:00 PM 2012

    How sweet. I love Michelle's
    s idea. My sister once hung hot dogs on a tree for my kids. What fun!

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  14. TorizSun Jun 24, 03:53:00 PM 2012

    So sweet!

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  15. PeggyMon Jun 25, 11:12:00 PM 2012

    What a darling idea! I would have liked that at his age, too! But, now, I think I would like to plant some Reeses Peanut Butter Cups...

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