Root & Rising

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

Raised Garden Bed, my hubby made. As I look ahead to this year’s garden, it feels like a continuation of what we started last year, but with a few enhancements and the excitement of trying some new plants. We’re starting to know more of what we’re doing, which means we can finally grow what we truly want. Last year, we weren’t able to do everything we had hoped, so this season feels full of possibility and intention. Lessons from Last Year We learned a few things along the wa

Basil is one of those herbs that feels like a friend. It's easy to grow, easy to find, and full of both flavor and folklore. In the...