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What We’re Growing in our 2026 Garden

Take a look at what I’m growing in my garden in 2026, from favorite plants to new varieties and the seed company I’m trusting this season.

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February 22, 2026
Gardening, Home

Our Garden 2017

Some of my fondest memories as a kid were spent out in the backyard helping my dad with the garden during the spring and summer months. My dad has quite…

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May 21, 2017
Gardening, Home

5 Ways I Maintain My Garden

Gardens can be overwhelming. It feels like there is a to-do list a mile long and you can't figure out how to stay on top of it all. Here are…

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May 26, 2024
Gardening

Gardening Jobs for August

We are in the hottest days of Summer and it's a busy time for us gardeners. Here are several garden jobs to get you through August!

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August 3, 2025
Gardening

How to Create a Seed-Starting Plan for a Thriving Vegetable Garden

Learn how to create a simple, organized seed-starting plan for your garden. Track your seeds, avoid stress, and grow unique vegetables from start to finish with my step-by-step guide.

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March 15, 2026
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    Life Lately: August 2026

    August 30, 2026 /

    Here is everything we got up to in August 2026!

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    Life Lately: December 2025 & Yearly Reflections

    December 31, 2025

    Life Lately: September 2023

    September 29, 2023
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    Life Lately: July 2026

    July 29, 2026 /

    Here is what we got up to in July 2026!

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    Current Nighttime Routine

    April 5, 2017

    Life Lately: June 2024

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    10 Ways to Reduce Stress in Your Life

    February 16, 2025
  • Life,  Self Care,  Wellness

    20 Journal Prompts for Summer

    July 12, 2026 /

    Slow down and embrace the season with these 20 summer journal prompts designed to inspire gratitude, mindfulness, self-reflection, and intentional living.

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    Our Engagement Photos

    January 21, 2019

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    12 Movies to Watch to Get into the Fall Mood

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  • Gardening,  Life,  Wellness

    14 Life Lessons the Garden Teaches You

    July 8, 2026 /

    Discover 14 meaningful life lessons the garden teaches us—from patience and mindfulness to embracing the seasons, finding joy in simplicity, and growing through change.

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    How to Get Ready for Your Spring Garden

    January 27, 2023

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    December 3, 2025

    How to Add Your Homegrown Food into Your Diet

    September 8, 2023
  • Food,  Gardening,  Summer

    What’s in Season? A Summer Produce Guide

    July 1, 2026 /

    Discover what fruits, vegetables, and herbs are in season during summer. Learn what's growing now and how to enjoy the freshest summer produce.

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    How to Grow Sprouts at Home: A Beginner’s Guide

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    October 26, 2025

    Dark Chocolate Dipped Apple Slices

    March 24, 2017
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    Life Lately: June 2026

    June 28, 2026 /

    Here is everything we got up to in June 2026!

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    August 31, 2025

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    Life Lately: May 2026

    May 31, 2026 /

    What a whirlwind month we just had! Here is everything we got up to in May!

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    Life Lately: April 2026

    April 30, 2026 /

    April will always be a hard month. So, I plan to fill every April with loads of get togethers and fun events to keep my mind off the sadness. Here is what we got up to this month!

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    An Updated List of my Favorite Cookbooks

    April 22, 2026 /

    An updated list of my favorite cookbooks for wholesome, seasonal, and homegrown cooking, featuring inspiring recipes, comforting meals, and kitchen staples I love.

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    6 Simple Ways to Live More Sustainably Every Day

    April 19, 2026 /

    Discover 6 practical ways to live more sustainably, from mending and repairing items to growing your own food, reducing waste, and using reusable products. Simple habits that save money and help the planet.

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Another 31 Days of Spooky Season Outfits in the bo Another 31 Days of Spooky Season Outfits in the books!
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#31daysofspookyseasonoutfits #spookyseason #halloween #plussizefashion #plussizefestiveoutfits
Day 31 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 31 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Happy Halloween 🎃 and a big thank you to everyone who took the time to watch and comment and like, it means a lot! Hope you have the best time today and I'll see you soon with another video!

Day 31 Details:
Sweater: @uniquevintage 
Tee: @oldnavy 
Jeans: thrifted but originally from @jcpenney 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Earrings: @torrid 
Clip: @shopcider 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitideas
Day 30 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 30 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! This skirt is so cute and I'm thinking I need to put it in the regular rotation this time of year! See you tomorrow for Halloween and our final outfit of the month!

Day 30 Details:
Shirt: @oldnavy 
Skirt: @uniquevintage 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Earrings: @torrid 
Clip: @spirithalloween 
Necklace: a gift from a friend!
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitinspo
Day 29 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 29 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! We're coming in hot with a Beetlejuice-esque themed outfit! I hope you.like it and that you've been enjoying the series! Only 2 more days to go!

Day 29 Details:
Sweater: @uniquevintage 
Tee: @etsy 
Trousers & headband: @sheinofficial 
Sneakers: @converse 
Earrings: @michaelsstores 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitideas
Day 28 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 28 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! This new sweater is such a great addition to my collection, it's got all my favorite things on it for this time of year!

Day 28 Details:
Sweater & tee: @target @targetstyle 
Trousers: @shopcider 
Sneakers: @converse 
Earrings: @michaelsstores 
Clip: @sheinofficial 
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#spookyseason #halloween #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitinspo
Day 27 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 27 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! I'm going full candy corn today with one of my favorite tops, new pair of sparkly shoes, and a fun headband! Stay tuned for some really fun outfits to round out the month in the next few days!

Day 27 Details:
Top: @torrid 
Jeans: @target @targetstyle 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Socks: @shopcider 
Headband: @sheinofficial 
Earrings: @michaelsstores 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitideas
Day 26 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 26 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! The final countdown is on and I am bringing all the spooky vibes this week! 👻🎃🦇🕸🕷🧙‍♀️

Day 26 Details:
Sweater: @shopcider 
Jeans & clip: @oldnavy 
Sneakers: @converse 
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#halloween #spookyseason #plussizefashion #plussizeoutfitideas #ghosties
Day 25 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 25 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Cleaning up the aftermath of our annual pumpkin carving party and I just needed something cozy and easy to move around in!

Day 25 Details:
Sweatshirt: @etsy 
Jeans: @oldnavy 
Socks: @michaelsstores 
Earrings: @torrid 
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#halloween #spookyseason #plussizefashion #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefestiveoutfitinspo
Day 24 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 24 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Today is our annual pumpkin carving party and I just wanted something easy and comfy but also festive!

Day 24 Details:
Tee: @etsy 
Pants: @bloomchic 
Slippers: TikTok shop 
Earrings: @spirithalloween 
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#halloween #pumpkins #pumpkincarving #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits
Day 23 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 23 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Love love love this Harry Potter coded sweatshirt! Perfect for chilly fall days!

Day 23 Details:
Sweatshirt: TikTok shop
Jeans: @oldnavy
Sneakers: @vans via TikTok shop 
Earrings: @torrid 
Bow: @riflepaperco
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#halloween #spookyseason #hagridspumpkinpatch #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizefashion
Day 22 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 22 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Loving the pumpkin/Jack-O-Lantern looks recently!

Day 22 Details:
Sweater: @sheinofficial 
Jeans & earrings: @torrid 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Clip: @shopcider 
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#halloween #spookyseason #plussizefashion #jackolantern #plussizeoutfitinspo
Day 21 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 21 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! This just might be my favorite outfit yet! I am an October Queen and I just love how this outfit came together!

Day 21 Details:
Sweatshirt: lucyjaynes.com
Pants: @sheinofficial 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Earrings: @torrid 
Headband: @oldnavy 
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#halloween #spookyseason #octoberqueen #plussizefestiveoutfitinspo #plussizeoutfitideas
Day 20 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 20 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! It's officially the final countdown to Halloween and I love today's nod to The Addams Family!

Day 20 Details:
Tee: lucyjaynes.com
Trousers: @shopcider 
Sneakers: @converse 
Earrings: @torrid 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #plussizeoutfitinspo #morticiaaddams
Day 19 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 19 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! I love a new sweater this time of year and this one was the perfect addition to my collection!

Day 19 Details:
Sweater & earrings: @shopcider 
Tank: @targetstyle @target 
Jeans & clip: @oldnavy 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #newsweater #plussizefestiveoutfits
Day 18 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 18 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Casual weekends are all about the witchy vibes apparently!

Day 18 Details:
Tee: TikTok shop
Belt: @amazonfashion 
Jeans: @torrid 
Slippers: TikTok shop 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #witchyvibes #easybakecoven
Dsy 17 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Dsy 17 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Just a casual Saturday afternoon here but its always made better with some witchy vibes!

Day 17 Details:
Tee: @etsy 
Trousers: @shopcider 
Slippers: TikTok shop 
Earrings: @torrid 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #witchyvibes #plussizefestiveoutfitinspo
Day 16 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 16 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! While I am done with these 70+ degree days in the middle of October, I'm excited to be able to wear these adorable overalls during Spooky Season!

Day 16 Details:
Sweater: @bloomchic 
Overalls: @shopcider 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Earrings: from my mom 🧡
Headband: @riflepaperco 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasoninspo #jackolantern #plussizefestiveoutfits
Day 15 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 15 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! Can't believe it's supposed to be 73 degrees here in mid-October but here we are!

Day 15 Details:
Tee & Headband: @oldnavy 
Skirt: @sheinofficial 
Sneakers: @converse 
Earrings: @michaelsstores 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #spookyseasoninspo #festiveoutfits
Day 14 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 14 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! This Monster Mash sweatshirt was calling my name and I think it's the perfect addition to my collection!

Day 14 Details:
Sweatshirt: lucyjaynes.com
Jeans: @target @targetstyle 
Sneakers: @converse 
Earrings: @torrid 
Clip: @sheinofficial 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #monstermash #spookyseasoninspo
Day 13 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfit Day 13 of 31 Days of Spooky Season Inspired Outfits! I love the simplicity of this sweatshirt and I'm telling you...don't sleep on Spirit Halloween, they have really cute shirts and accessories!

Day 13 Details:
Sweatshirt: @spirithalloween 
Skirt: @sheinofficial 
Socks: @shopcider 
Sneakers: @betseyjohnson 
Earrings: a gift from a friend 
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#halloween #spookyseason #spookyseasonoutfits #jackolantern #spookyseasoninspo
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