You S.O.B!
By DianneN
@DianneN (247186)
United States
September 1, 2020 5:14pm CST
I don’t know about you, but I had the best day of September so far.
Meet Bertrumd and his son, Son of Bertrumd, or S.O.B. for short.
Our wonderful son grew Bertrumd, a basil plant, and has been using it in this cooking all summer.
Today, I was given the son of Bertrumd. which our son propagated. For some reason, our son also propagated a sister for S.O.B., which he is keeping for himself.
We spent 2 hours outdoors with our son, laughing, discussing, and reminiscing. For those of you who know about the vast amount of money he made selling his beach house, he has decided what to do with some of it.
He already gave a good portion to several charities that we all trust and love. He offered to give some to his brother for college expenses, but those are already taken care of by all the grandparents. He decided he will have work done on his antique Supra car, and will pursue his interest in buying a muscle car for investment for now. The rest will grow between savings and investments.
As for me, I’m looking forward to making good use of S.O.B. in tonight’s dinner.
Meet Bertrumd and his son, Son of Bertrumd, or S.O.B. for short.
Our wonderful son grew Bertrumd, a basil plant, and has been using it in this cooking all summer.
Today, I was given the son of Bertrumd. which our son propagated. For some reason, our son also propagated a sister for S.O.B., which he is keeping for himself.
We spent 2 hours outdoors with our son, laughing, discussing, and reminiscing. For those of you who know about the vast amount of money he made selling his beach house, he has decided what to do with some of it.
He already gave a good portion to several charities that we all trust and love. He offered to give some to his brother for college expenses, but those are already taken care of by all the grandparents. He decided he will have work done on his antique Supra car, and will pursue his interest in buying a muscle car for investment for now. The rest will grow between savings and investments.
As for me, I’m looking forward to making good use of S.O.B. in tonight’s dinner.45 people like this
45 responses
@marguicha (223720)
• Chile
1 Sep 20
You knew we´d read your post with that title! I have grown basil plants for years, but I didn´t know they could be propagated by other means than by seeds.
I love basil!
I have grown basil plants for years, but I didn´t know they could be propagated by other means than by seeds.
I love basil!8 people like this
@marguicha (223720)
• Chile
1 Sep 20
@DianneN Just don´t eat all the leaves at once. And if you you kill the poor S.O.B. tell the rich member of the family to go to a nursery for another. S.O.B. are around the corner. They are not that expensive
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Sep 20
@marguicha It was a gift from his girlfriend, so it's a bit special. 
He is very wise with his money. Can't you tell?
He is very wise with his money. Can't you tell? 5 people like this
@florelway (23286)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
1 Sep 20
You're lucky to have him as a son. Congratulations for having someone like him. I haven't seen a basil plant in my surroundings, only buy the dried one for our cooking. This is best for our adobo recipe a classic Pinoy pork recipe.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Sep 20
@florelway Ooooo! I never thought of that. Thanks!!!
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@florelway (23286)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
1 Sep 20
@DianneN sometimes I also use it as tea.
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@Tina30219 (82056)
• Onaway, Michigan
2 Sep 20
I hope you enjoy using SOB in your dinner tonight
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@Tina30219 (82056)
• Onaway, Michigan
2 Sep 20
@DianneN You never know you might do good with it
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@wolfgirl569 (107900)
• Marion, Ohio
2 Sep 20
I like S.O.B. Named a mule that once, but with a much different meaning 
We called him sob because of 2 young girls around every day at the time.
We called him sob because of 2 young girls around every day at the time.4 people like this
@wolfgirl569 (107900)
• Marion, Ohio
2 Sep 20
@DianneN That critter lived up to his name. I was happy to ship him off when someone wanted him.
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
2 Sep 20
A tap on your shoulder for having a good son.
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@FourWalls (68897)
• United States
2 Sep 20
on the discussion title.
I don't know that I've had fresh basil. I might have to grab a plant or two and grow it myself.
Blessings to your son for donating some of his money!4 people like this
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Sep 20
I’m still waiting to have it taken down by the powers that be. Thanks!
You probably had fresh basil and never realized it. You can have some of mine before I kill it.
Thank you. He’s very compassionate besides being a good basil propagator.6 people like this
@TheHorse (220097)
• Walnut Creek, California
2 Sep 20
@marguicha Eichlers are less expensive than you might think. He was inspired by Frank Llouyd Wright, but the houses are not that much more expensive than others in a given neighborhood.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Sep 20
Thanks! I hope I don't kill the S.O.B.!
He sold the beach house because some man with a family wanted it badly enough to give him 1 million above what he paid for it. He took the money and ran. Eichler the botanist?
Yes, houses are very expensive in California and even in CT.
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@simplfred (20641)
• Philippines
2 Sep 20
Very creative discussion... Regards me, to the family plants.. ha ha
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Thank you!
@infatuatedbby (94914)
• United States
2 Sep 20
I love basil. I have a sweet basil, purple basil, and Thai basil. Good to hear your son made a profit selling his home, donated to charity as well as invest/save.
Oh nice! What year is his toyota surpa!
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@infatuatedbby (94914)
• United States
3 Sep 20
@DianneN Yes! I know Surpas. My aunt drives one, 1994 Back in the day she’d pick me up from high school sometimes and all the guys go oooo. Then it’s my aunt and they’re like 
I love basils , super versatile! Woohoo!! Homes are on the rise and I’m glad he had a successful sale, that’s a nice investment too!!
Back in the day she’d pick me up from high school sometimes and all the guys go oooo. Then it’s my aunt and they’re like
I love basils , super versatile! Woohoo!! Homes are on the rise and I’m glad he had a successful sale, that’s a nice investment too!!1 person likes this
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
3 Sep 20
@infatuatedbby If your aunt still has that Supra, it's worth a fortune!
When my son drives his, he gets stopped by men, too. A policeman pulled him over just to look inside it.
Many thanks!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Sep 20
Oh, wow! Basil is so versatile! My son uses this in Thai cooking, too. I use it in Italian dishes and salads. I will tell him about the other varieties. He made a huge killing of one million over what he paid for the house! Unbelievable! I don't remember what year his Supra is. I'm guessing 199? lol. Do you know the car?
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@GreatMartin (23672)
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
2 Sep 20
You can always tell him I could use basil and/or a car!!!
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@moffittjc (121659)
• Gainesville, Florida
2 Sep 20
That's a very funny name! I love it. I hope you enjoyed that S.O.B. in your dinner!
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@moffittjc (121659)
• Gainesville, Florida
3 Sep 20
@DianneN I'm glad the powers that be decided that your post was too valuable and funny to remove!
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@FayeHazel (40243)
• United States
2 Sep 20
My mind went right to "Hair of the Dog" song lyrics go something like "Now your messin' with a.... a son of *radioedit*"
lol. Well that's cool may son of Bertrumd bless you with many fine leaves
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@FayeHazel (40243)
• United States
2 Sep 20
@DianneN Lol! Thanks! Aw, I'm sure son of Bertrumd will be happy with your tending. If he isn't he's a real sob!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84183)
• Rupert, Idaho
2 Sep 20
I have heard of basil, but didn't know that is what the plant was called. That's great he grew some and gave you some!
That's great about what he's decided to use the money for that he got for selling his beach house.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84183)
• Rupert, Idaho
3 Sep 20
@DianneN Oh lol....well shows what I know, haha!
No problem :) And that is very great to hear....I hope my son will grow up to be that way!
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