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.
Tag: gardening
The Ultimate Gardening Guide (Part II): Growing in the Great Outdoors
In Part II of this gardening mini series, I’m sharing more about the transition from indoor seedlings to a thriving outdoor garden. From hardening off and planning your garden layout to caring for plants throughout the season, this post is filled with practical things I’ve been learning along the way as we prepare our garden for summer.
Faux Florals & Freedom: Learning to Choose the Best Thing Over the Everything
In this week’s post, I’m sharing a slightly embarrassing confession - and the unexpected lesson it taught me about striving, perfection, and learning to choose the best thing over “the everything."
The Ultimate Gardening Guide (Part I): Seed Starting & Care
Starting seeds can feel intimidating at first, but it is one of the most rewarding parts of the gardening season. In this guide, I’m sharing what I’ve learned over the past several years about choosing seeds, knowing when to plant them, starting seeds indoors, and caring for healthy seedlings here, along with a few practical tips and resources that have made a big difference for us along the way. I hope it encourages and equips you as you plan your garden this season!
What We’re Planting: A Peek at Our 2026 Garden Plans
From colorful root vegetables and fragrant herbs to sprawling squash vines and vibrant flowers, I’m sharing everything we’re growing in our 2026 garden - including tried-and-true favorites, new varieties we’re excited to experiment with, and a few gardening tips and lessons learned along the way.
