Root & Rising

A personal reflection on feeling stuck, rebuilding myself, and trying to grow Root and Rising into something that supports people through their own hard seasons. Lately I’ve been stuck in my own head. It feels like I’m constantly drifting through my thoughts without ever landing anywhere solid. I wake up already overwhelmed, already unsure of what the day is supposed to look like. My mind keeps running in circles, full of ideas, full of things I want to do, full of things I w

Gardening always brings a mix of excitement and uncertainty. This year, our garden journey has been especially challenging due to unexpected frosts that arrived just after planting. Some were just purchased, and we were unable to plant right away. The fear that all our efforts might be lost to the cold was real. Yet, despite those early setbacks, the garden has shown resilience and growth, offering lessons in patience and hope. Cedar planters I built. Early Planting and the F

There’s something truly magical about stepping outside and feeling the earth beneath your feet, the breeze on your skin, and the gentle hum of life all around you. In our busy, screen-filled lives, it’s easy to forget how deeply nourishing it can be to slow down and simply be with nature. I’ve found that reconnecting with nature is like a warm, healing hug for the soul. It’s a gentle reminder that we are part of something bigger, something beautiful. And if you’re on a journ

Sometimes I wonder why it feels so difficult to find the right people. Not just people —but the ones who feel like home, the ones who see...