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Food, Gardening, Home

The Herbs We Have Growing This Time of Year

We are here in zone 8b, and this time of the year there really isn’t a lot going on in our garden. One thing we do have though are some…

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January 14, 2022
Gardening

Natural Pest Control Methods for a Healthy Garden

Discover natural pest control methods for your garden, including companion planting, DIY sprays, and chemical-free ways to protect your plants.

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March 25, 2026
Gardening

What You Can Plant Outside Now for a Spring Harvest

Wondering what to plant outside at the end of February? Discover the best vegetables for cold, mild, and hot climates for an early spring harvest.

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February 18, 2026
Gardening

Garden Jobs for January

Here is a list of garden jobs you can do in the month of January! Stay tuned monthly for more jobs for each month of the year. I hope you…

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January 5, 2025
Gardening, Home

How to Get Ready for Your Spring Garden

Are you excited about your Spring garden? Here are a few jobs you can do now to help prepare you for the upcoming gardening season!

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January 27, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: August 2026

    August 30, 2026 /

    Here is everything we got up to in August 2026!

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    October 2, 2019

    Life Lately: December & My Reflections on 2023

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    My Paris Bucket List

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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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    2018 Reflections and a New Year Goal

    January 2, 2019

    3 Goals for April

    April 2, 2021

    My Paris Bucket List

    August 2, 2017
  • 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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    Life Lately: May 2023

    May 31, 2023

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    September 28, 2025

    Life Lately: March 2026

    March 29, 2026
  • 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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    12 Vegetables & Herbs to Plant Now for a Fall Crop

    August 7, 2024

    DIY Garden Art: Wooden Bees

    April 13, 2025

    Start a Garden Today: 4 Ways Gardening Improves Your Life

    May 12, 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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    Summer Kebabs

    June 25, 2017

    How to Make Rice Krispy Treat Pumpkins

    October 26, 2024

    5 Ways to Add More Plant Foods to Your Diet

    April 3, 2024
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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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    Life Lately: September 2025

    September 28, 2025

    5 Things In September

    October 2, 2019

    Life Lately: January 2025

    January 29, 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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    Remembering to Really Take Care of Your Physical and Mental Wellbeing

    October 7, 2018

    Our Wedding: The Reception

    October 8, 2019

    20 Journal Prompts for Summer

    July 12, 2026
  • 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: December & My Reflections on 2023

    December 31, 2023

    Life Lately: April & May 2025

    May 31, 2025

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  • 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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    Summer Reading List

    July 19, 2017

    Currently Reading

    November 20, 2019

    My Bookshelf Tour

    January 7, 2018
  • 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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    Caring for Hummingbirds Year-Round: How to Support These Tiny Pollinators in Every Season

    March 1, 2026

    Happy Hosting: A Thanksgiving Tablescape

    November 7, 2022

    Our Backyard

    June 21, 2017
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