Kay Easton wrote:

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I can understand why talking to my cacti works.

I don't recall actually talking to my cacti but I certainly thought
good vibes to them when things went well. OTOH, the opuntia certainly
showed their disapproval at being moved for shows, etc by attacking me
at the slightest opportunity! They would then sit on the show bench
grinning at me, knowing that they would have another chance on the way
home.
;-)

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