Money Tree

Last January, I decided that I wanted to grow a tree. I bought a small one from Loblaws and I've been meaning to track its growth. I want to study it but I don't really know how to begin. I've always wondered why certain branches have five leaves, others have six but others still have only four.

I wish there was a way to open up the genetic source code and see what's going on in there. I want to design my own plant from scratch. Maybe some day that will be possible; or maybe it already is and I don't know it. I watched an interesting TED lecture about Craig Venter and his colleagues creating synthetic life. Imagine the possibilities. What if we could create plants to do our bidding or to interact with damaged ecosystems? Maybe we can make new fruits and vegetables that are more efficient or delicious (whichever you prefer).

When I leave university, I suspect I will grow more trees. I find them fascinating.