Potted Plant Distribution 01

This is Phrank. He sits beside me on the bus. He's timid and quiet, but also polite and friendly. A lovely fellow indeed.

Potted Plant Distribution 02

Phrank gets his very first look at the Harold Washington Library Center in downtown Chicago! If ever there was a place much in need of a perky potted plant, then it's this edifice of literature.

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Look Phrank!! "Read Green, Live Green" is the theme for the Chicago Public Libraries' summer reading program. What a great opportunity for a little ivy plant to really shine.

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Phrank particularly liked this display of recommended reading.

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Frank joins Phrank & me for a delightful story about tiny sunflower seeds growing into tall, strong giants. Speaking of taller, does someone seem to be standing with a little more confidence over there?

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Finally we've found the gardening section of the library. Unfortunately this is where we must part ways. Frank gives Phrank a tearful farewell.

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And there he is, standing proudly on his final perch. The envelope in front of Phrank is addressed: For You.

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And here is the contents of Phrank's envelope. Blessed be, little ivy!