As the days grow cooler, there’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of homemade soup. These cozy and nourishing recipes celebrate the flavors of fall and make simple, satisfying meals for crisp autumn days.
Author: ThisDarlingAdventure
Hello! Welcome to This Darling Adventure. It is a pleasure to meet you! Grab a cup of tea and take a seat and please let me introduce myself.
My name is Laura and I love to adventure. I am originally from southern California, but currently call northern Manitoba my home with my beloved husband, Andy. I love cooking delicious food, creating art from unassuming random objects, doing yoga in my living room along to YouTube videos, hiking in the forest that surrounds our little town, adventuring to and discovering beautiful places around the world, and enjoying Swedish "fika" with friends and family far too often.
Why do I write? To travel, to tell stories, to discover beauty, and to be creative - these are just a few of the things I believe add flavor to life. Each new day is an adventure made to be discovered, full of endless and unexpected possibilities. I write because I want to plant in others a refreshing hope and a deep longing for living a meaningful life to its fullest. I write because I want to encourage others to be the best that they can be wherever they are in the world and to seek out a life of adventure, even in the seemingly mundane and everyday. I write because life is far too short not to.
The Art of Home: Creating a Space That Feels Like Your Own
What makes a house feel like home? It isn’t necessarily the size, style, or budget, but the little details that tell the story of the people who live there. Here are 10 simple ways to create a space that feels personal, collected, and uniquely your own.
How We Hosted a Saturday Swap (& Why We’d Do It Again)
Have you ever heard of a Saturday Swap? Last weekend, my friend Katie and I decided to try one with all the ladies in our church and we had no idea how it would turn out! Today I’m sharing how we pulled it together, what everyone brought, and why a simple idea from Instagram ended up being such a fun way to gather and connect.
Creating a Cohesive Home: Which Paint Colors We Chose & Why
When we renovated our 1938 home, we wanted a paint palette that felt timeless and cohesive while still leaving room for personality. Here's a look at the colors we chose, the thinking behind them, and how we've used them throughout our home.
How It’s Growing: An Update From the Garden
This year's garden has looked a little different than I imagined. From a few changes that have made a bigger difference than expected to an unusually wet start to the growing season, here's a look at what's thriving, what's struggling and what I'm learning to appreciate along the way.
Savoring the Season: Simple Zucchini Recipes for Every Meal
When your garden gives you more zucchini than you know what to do with, it helps to have a few delicious ideas up your sleeve. From breakfast to dessert and everything in between, here are 20 simple and wholesome zucchini recipes that will inspire you to enjoy this summer staple in new ways all season long.
The Gift of Home: A Kingdom Perspective on Creating Spaces
Home is one of God's good gifts, but it was never meant to be our ultimate hope. Discover how keeping Christ at the center reshapes the way we create, cultivate, and steward the spaces we've been entrusted with, so that our homes become reflections of His Kingdom.
Gardens & Grace: Finding Freedom from the Pressure of the “More”
Have you ever had a well-meaning question leave you feeling like you’re somehow falling behind? How quickly something meant to bring us joy and wonder can become a sign that we aren't doing enough and we lose sight of the beauty right in front of us. This week's reflection is an invitation to let go of the pressure of "more" and rediscover the joy and wonder of what's already growing.
The Right White: How to Choose a White Paint Color You’ll Love
Not all whites are created equal. In this guide, I’m sharing my process for choosing white paint colors, including how to consider undertones, lighting, finishes, and some of my favorite tried-and-true whites to help you find the right shade for your home.
One-Day Patio Refresh: How a Few Simple Swaps Created a Backyard Oasis
We dreamed of having a patio that invited us to linger - a place for morning coffee, summer dinners, and spontaneous gatherings with friends. With a few thoughtful changes, we created an outdoor space that feels welcoming, functional, and ready to be enjoyed all summer long.
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