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How to Separate and Up-pot Tomato Seedlings: A Step-by-Step Guide

When starting your own seedlings, it’s common practice to sow more than one seed in each pot to ensure that at least one will germinate. With tomatoes, I intentionally sow several seeds in each pot...

Year One Homeschool Journey

Starting this homeschooling adventure with my kindergartener has been both exciting and challenging in ways I never expected. As a parent, I knew it would require patience, flexibility, and...

Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic

If you’re a sourdough baker, you’ve probably encountered the dilemma of having leftover sourdough starter—commonly known as “sourdough discard.” While it’s tempting to toss that extra starter...

“From Seed to Sprout: My Seed-Starting Setup”

There’s something magical about watching a tiny seed transform into a flourishing plant. But let’s be honest—starting seeds is a bit like planting hope in a tiny container. I’ve been digging in the...

Why Meal Planning is a Game Changer and How I Do It Each Week

Meal planning can feel like a big task, but it’s one of the best ways to save time, money, and reduce stress during the week—especially when you have children. With kids, meal planning helps ensure...

How to Start Seeds Indoors: Tips for a Successful Growing Season

The Joy of Starting Seeds Indoors Starting seeds indoors is a fantastic way to jump-start your gardening season and ensure a healthier, more productive garden. By beginning your plants indoors, you...

From Failure to Flour: How I Finally Mastered A Sourdough Starter

The Struggle is Real I’ll be honest, the idea of making my own sourdough starter seemed like a daunting challenge at first. But as a naturally very competitive person I love diving head first into...

Taking Stock: How I organize my seed collection and prepare for the next garden season

      The days have grown shorter, the garden has settled into dormancy, and we spend our evenings cozied up next to the wood burning fireplace. I find this time of year perfect for browsing the...
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"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at days to come.
She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: "Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all." Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised."
Proverbs 31:25-30

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