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Food, Gardening

How to Preserve Herbs for Fall & Winter

As we are nearing the end of Summer, I am focused on preserving as much of the harvests as I can. This includes herbs, here is how I am preserving…

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September 17, 2025
Food, Gardening, Lunch

My Ultimate Tomato Salad

In my humble opinion, the tomato is the perfect food. Don’t @ me, I stand by that statement and I have loved tomatoes since I was old enough to eat…

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August 13, 2021
Food, Gardening

How to Use Fresh Herbs from Your Garden

Today I am sharing 5 of my favorite ways to use fresh herbs from the garden. These are totally applicable for store bought fresh herbs as well!

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March 24, 2024
Gardening, Home

How to Plan and Plant Your Own Garden

Is this the year you want to get that garden started finally? You're in the right place, follow my helpful guide on how to plan and plant your own garden!

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March 15, 2023
Gardening, Home

What We’re Growing in the 2025 Garden

I just planted my first seeds of 2025 last Saturday! I am so excited for the growing year ahead! Here is my 3rd annual What We're Growing Post!

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February 5, 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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    Travel Bucket List

    April 21, 2017

    Life Lately: February 2026

    February 25, 2026

    What I am Thankful for This Year

    November 25, 2020
  • 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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    What We’re Growing in our Garden in 2024

    January 17, 2024

    Gardening Jobs for September

    September 3, 2025

    What’s in Season? A Summer Produce Guide

    July 1, 2026
  • 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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    The Best Oatmeal Toppings for Fall

    October 22, 2022

    My Current Go To Breakfast

    November 19, 2018

    Pantry Staples

    May 28, 2017
  • Life Lately

    Life Lately: June 2026

    June 28, 2026 /

    Here is everything we got up to in June 2026!

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    Life Lately: April 2023

    April 28, 2023

    Life Lately: May 2026

    May 31, 2026

    Life Lately: March 2023

    March 31, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    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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    How to Stay Motivated — Finding Inspiration

    March 5, 2017

    My Paris Bucket List

    August 2, 2017

    My October Bucket List with Free Download

    October 1, 2023
  • Life Lately

    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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    Life Lately: March 2026

    March 29, 2026

    Life Lately: December 2025 & Yearly Reflections

    December 31, 2025

    Life Lately: July 2023

    July 28, 2023
  • Books,  Food,  Home

    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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    My 2023 Spring/Summer Reading List

    May 5, 2023

    Summer Reading List

    July 19, 2017

    Four Reads that are Great for Your End of Summer Vacation

    August 23, 2021
  • Home,  Life

    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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    Spring Cleaning Your Closet: Tips to Refresh Your Wardrobe This Season

    March 11, 2026

    DIY Garden Markers

    June 10, 2022

    DIY Halloween: Witch’s Broom

    October 15, 2022
  • Gardening

    Caring for Pollinators in Your Garden: Why and How to Support Them

    April 12, 2026 /

    Learn how to create a pollinator-friendly garden with tips for planting flowers, providing shelter and water, avoiding pesticides, and supporting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds year-round.

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    Our Backyard

    June 21, 2017

    12 Vegetables & Herbs to Plant Now for a Fall Crop

    August 7, 2024

    5 Ways I Maintain My Garden

    May 26, 2024
  • Gardening

    How to Harden Off Your Seedlings

    April 8, 2026 /

    Learn how to harden off seedlings before planting them in your garden. This step-by-step guide explains why hardening off is important and how to properly transition indoor plants outdoors.

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    5 Edible Flowers Found in my Garden

    April 3, 2023

    What We’re Growing in the 2025 Garden

    February 5, 2025

    Seeds to Start in February in Zone 8b

    February 21, 2024
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Inspiration for a happy, fulfilled life!

Our dad's house is officially listed! If you or so Our dad's house is officially listed! If you or someone you know if looking for a place check it out! I will put a link in one of my stories!
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Last night was filled with so much fun and nostalg Last night was filled with so much fun and nostalgia! It was my first concert solo but that didn't matter because it was like a big group of friends! We sang and danced the whole time and I think this is one of my most favorite concerts I've ever attended!

@hilaryduff thank you for an amazing show! You've always been an inspiration and I felt like my teenage self again last night! Keep it up queen!! ❤❤❤

The only thing I didn't love was getting out of the parking lot 🥴
Happy Anniversary to my guy. 7 years married and l Happy Anniversary to my guy. 7 years married and lucky number 13 years together ❤ 

I love you Jake.
GRWM on this lovely Spring morning! Can we also ge GRWM on this lovely Spring morning! Can we also get a round of applause for the tomato bag?!

Jean jacket: @targetstyle @target 
Jumpsuit: Thrifted but originally from @oldnavy 
Sneakers: @converse 
Bag: @betseyjohnson 
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Love is in the air! My week of Valentines inspired Love is in the air! My week of Valentines inspired outfits post is live on www.learningtobloom.com.  Check out the details at the link in my bio 😘❤
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POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one f POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one festive outfit at a time 🎄
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My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Che My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Check out what we've been up to and what I'm enjoying at the moment! www.learningtobloom.com 
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Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… bu Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… but honestly, the little moments are the ones that make the biggest difference. ✨💛

I put together 7 simple self-care ideas you can do in under 10 minutes — things I use on busy days when I still want to show up for myself. Think quick resets, tiny pockets of calm, and small habits that help you feel human again.
It’s your reminder that caring for yourself doesn’t have to take all day — just a few intentional minutes. 🌿
Read the full list on the blog! ⬆️
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I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the c I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the cozy textures, the warm tones...I love it all! Head on over to www.learningtobloom.com to check out the details from this week of Fall Outfits! 🍁🍂
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Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that m Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that my dad used to take him to forage for chantrelle mushrooms. It was a beautiful Fall day and we were able to get a glut of mushrooms! It was so peaceful out there and I could tell why my dad liked to go out there.

I loved getting out into the woods and spending time with Jake. It helped calm some of the anxiety I've been feeling.

**Warning** My dad taught Jake how to find the chantrelle mushrooms but also always taught me what to look for when foraging for them. Forage at your own risk. Its always best to go out with someone who knows what they're doing and knows what to look for. Only forage what you are 100% sure of!***
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is l HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is live!!

What a month it's been! Check out my final post for #blogtober over at www.learningtobloom.com 🎃🕸🕷👻🦇🧙‍♀️
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Day 30 of #blogtober2025 Earlier this year I att Day 30 of #blogtober2025 

Earlier this year I attempted learning how to make sourdough and while I haven't been whipping up the best sourdough loaves, I have been utilizing the discard for all sort of delicious recipes like this Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola! Check out the recipe over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 29 of #blogtober2025 The final spooky season Day 29 of #blogtober2025 

The final spooky season inspired outfit of the month is live! Check out the details of this outfit over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 28 of #blogtober2025 These cute little Jack- Day 28 of #blogtober2025 

These cute little Jack-O-Lantern stuffed peppers were a delicious addition to our dinner menu this month! Chexk out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 27 of #blogtober2025 Another last minute cos Day 27 of #blogtober2025 

Another last minute costume idea! Check out the details for my Where’s Waldo costume over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 26 of #blogtober2025 These homemade giant pe Day 26 of #blogtober2025 

These homemade giant peanut butter cups are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Check out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 25 of #blogtober2025 Another nod to Beetleju Day 25 of #blogtober2025 

Another nod to Beetlejuice! I also love how these leopard print pants seem to go with everything! Check out the outfit details over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 24 of #blogtober2025 Semi-homemade pizzas ar Day 24 of #blogtober2025 

Semi-homemade pizzas are the perfect quick weeknight meal and why not add creepy olive spiders or pepperoni eyeballs to make it more fun and festive?! Check out the details over at www.learningtobloom.com 🕷🕸👀
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Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live! Today's last mi Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live!

Today's last minute costume idea is an homage to my great grandpa and my dad who used to work in the forests of the PNW. My hat belonged to my dad who used to fight forest fires as well! Chexk out the details at www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 22 of #blogtober2025 Today I'm sharing our 2 Day 22 of #blogtober2025 

Today I'm sharing our 2025 Halloween decorations! Head over to www.learningtobloom.com to check them out!!!
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