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Back in the Day

I am thankful that my children have grown up in an environment where they could run over to the garden, interact with John, pick vegetables straight from the ground, and embrace the enchantment of simpler times.  – Maryy Celeste Beal … Continue reading

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Transform a Glass Cabinet

Even if you don’t have a designated pantry closet or room, you can still keep all of your non-perishable goods neat and tidy. Just stick everything in baskets and jars, and place them in a glass cabinet. An added bonus: … Continue reading

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self love

taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s sacred. rest without apology. give yourself full permission to slow down, to honor your body’s wisdom. find daily moments of joy. read a few pages of a good book, write a journal entry, … Continue reading

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The Importance of Living

“Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is the noble art of leaving things undone. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of non-essentials.”— Lin Yutang, When young children break down in a fit of tears, we … Continue reading

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Herb Companion Chart

You can use the chart below as an easy reference to determine what herbs and plants work best together and those that are better to avoid. Herb Companion Plants Plants to Avoid Basil Tomatoes, chives, onion family plants, cilantro, oregano … Continue reading

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