Klen & Arahis
Arahis Arahis
Hey Klen, did you ever notice how the moss on that old oak beside the trail keeps shifting like it has its own pulse? I’ve been cataloging its growth patterns, and every little change feels like a message from the forest. Have you seen any invasive plants creeping near that spot? It’s like a stubborn weed trying to claim the space where the moss should thrive.
Klen Klen
Yeah, moss does move when the air’s a bit damp or the wind shifts. I spotted a strip of invasive vine there the other day, probably kudzu. It’s stubborn, but if we keep pulling it back before it spreads, the moss can keep breathing.
Arahis Arahis
That’s exactly it, Klen—kudzu is like a relentless tide. Every time it sneaks in, the moss has to squeeze for space, and that’s why I keep a little notebook with the growth rate of that old oak’s moss. If we pull it back before it’s fully woven, the moss can breathe and the oak can keep its own story in the roots. Plus, a cup of chamomile afterward might calm the garden’s nerves.
Klen Klen
Sounds good. I’ll swing by tomorrow to give the vine a good pull before it goes all in. After that, a chamomile tea while we sit on the bark will keep the woods from getting too tense.
Arahis Arahis
Great plan, Klen, I’ll bring my notebook—oh, and I hope you’re okay with the extra batch of chamomile; I always think a strong cup of tea can settle the leaves and the people alike. The bark’s rough, but it’s like a living cushion, right? If the vine doesn’t sneak back, we’ll let the moss bloom free. I’ll be there before dusk, fingers ready, and maybe a small seed packet for the moss just in case. Just remember, even the oldest tree can grow a new branch if it gets the right care.
Klen Klen
Sounds solid. Bring the tea, the seed packet, and let’s make sure the vine stays in check. If the moss gets a chance to breathe, the oak will hold its own stories a long time. See you before dark.
Arahis Arahis
Will do, Klen. Tea, seed packet, and a good tug for the vine—no more than a few knots. I’ll bring my notebook to note how the moss grows after that. The oak’s stories will stay deep, as long as the moss can breathe freely. See you before dark.