Clear the air

Something had to be done. Outdoor temperature is below comfortable so I can’t keep doors and windows open. How then am I to get fresh air? Artificial air fresheners are not under consideration. So what is there? Should I go to the source of real air? Oxygen comes from plants, but you knew that. So I will bring plants inside. Before purchasing I looked at the plants in my own yard. Spearmint, yarrow, sage - come to mind because while I weed among them their scent appeals to me. Why not indoors? I potted those and others that are odorless but will deliver oxygen as well. Every windowsill and other open shelf now harbors chlorophyll laden leaves that will enrich the air I breathe. I may buy a potted tree that can be later planted outdoors but for now the only cost was for the pots they were removed to. What effect they have on the air may be minimal but their presence makes me feel good, clearer air or not.

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