I don't think they mind what you're talking about, honestly. They just like the companionship. Besides, it's better to vent than it is to keep it on the inside.

[She can't help smiling apologetically. Is she making him nervous? She can't tell why he's so quick to put himself down or to fret. It's just her, after all. No reason to be anxious around her.]

It's not really out of the way for me. Since I like flowers it's more like a fun pastime. I don't see it as work. If you change your mind, you're always welcome to visit the ones I have!