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Gardening

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

Seeds to Start in February in Zone 8b

February kicks off my seed starting! Here is a list of seeds that you can start in the month of February in zone 8b and what I am starting this…

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February 21, 2024
DIY, Gardening, Winter

How to Make a Nesting Hanger for Wild Birds

Wild birds can use all the help they can get this time of year. That means full bird feeders and these nesting hangers to give them some foraging help!

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January 12, 2025
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

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
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: August 2026

    August 30, 2026 /

    Here is everything we got up to in August 2026!

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    8 Easy Ways to Reduce Waste at Home

    April 20, 2025

    Life Lately: September 2023

    September 29, 2023

    Life Lately: March 2023

    March 31, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: July 2026

    July 29, 2026 /

    Here is what we got up to in July 2026!

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    How to Stay Motivated — Finding Inspiration

    March 5, 2017

    Life Lately: January 2026

    January 28, 2026

    Life Lately: March 2025

    March 30, 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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    Hi Again!

    September 2, 2020

    30 Things I Have Learned In 30 Years

    May 5, 2017

    Life Lately: July 2026

    July 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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    Caring for Hummingbirds Year-Round: How to Support These Tiny Pollinators in Every Season

    March 1, 2026

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

    April 12, 2026

    A Mid-Summer Garden Tour

    August 29, 2024
  • 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 Preserve Herbs for Fall & Winter

    September 17, 2025

    A Week of Dinners

    April 7, 2017

    Easy Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola

    October 30, 2025
  • 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: March 2024

    March 31, 2024

    Life Lately: December 2025 & Yearly Reflections

    December 31, 2025

    Life Lately: January 2026

    January 28, 2026
  • 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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    3 Goals for August

    August 9, 2021

    5 Creative Hobbies to Start This Fall

    September 11, 2024

    Goal A Month: January

    January 13, 2019
  • 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: June 2026

    June 28, 2026

    Life Lately: September 2024

    September 30, 2024

    5 Things in October 2022

    October 31, 2022
  • 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

    My 2023 Spring/Summer Reading List

    May 5, 2023

    My Top 5 Favorite Personal Development Books

    September 21, 2022
  • 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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    My Must Watch Spooky Season Movies

    October 2, 2022

    5 Vegetables to Grow if you’re a Beginner Gardener

    June 6, 2022

    Favorite Holiday Films

    December 4, 2019
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