I plant strawberries in a pot on the windowsill.

“Easy to grow!” the packet promises. My mouth waters as I imagine juicy, home-grown fruit.

Soon, they sprout.

Days later, they’re limp and dead. I forgot to water them. Again.

Maybe this time, I tell myself as I purchase tomato seeds.

Elena is 14 years old. When she’s not writing, she can usually be found doing homework or procrastinating.