Reflecting on 2018 (Part 2): July-December

February 13, 20192 Comments

Hello! Well, the warmth of vacation has worn off and it is back to the reality of winter here in Massachusetts. Cold and snowing, in case you were wondering. However, there were a few days last week that felt like spring, and those days were AMAZING! The temperature was in the 50's, the sun was … Continue reading Reflecting on 2018 (Part 2): July-December

Reflecting on 2018 (Part 1 of 2)

February 4, 2019February 4, 20191 Comment

2018 was a year of surprises, challenges, joy, and growth for both me and my family. My writing energy was diverted, and that was okay; it was necessary. But after a week away in the sun, I feel so much more like myself: centered, calm, determined, and full of ideas and plans! Last week I … Continue reading Reflecting on 2018 (Part 1 of 2)

Starting Seedlings Successfully Inside! Part 3 of 3: Caring for your Seedlings and Transitioning them to grow outside

April 8, 2017Leave a comment

Steps to successfully starting seedlings inside: Choose what you want to grow and order it from your favorite seed companies. Find your planting zone (For example, I am in eastern Massachusetts and plant according to the Zone 6a dates). Find the date that you can plant your desired plant outside (let’s use tomatoes as an […]

Part 2 of 3: Planning and Planting…..Starting Seedlings Successfully Inside!

March 12, 20171 Comment

Starting Seeds Inside: 5 things NOT to do.

February 26, 20173 Comments

I have tried a number of different methods to start seeds inside and have made few mistakes along the way. I have tried growing seedlings in windowsills, under different sorts of lights, on heated grow mats, etc. Here is that I have learned NOT TO DO: Do not spend your time making cute designs with … Continue reading Starting Seeds Inside: 5 things NOT to do.

How to Raise Chicks INSIDE without Raising your Blood Pressure.

February 8, 2017February 11, 2017Leave a comment

While I wouldn't say that raising our chickens inside was more than we bargained for, it was more than we bargained for. The first couple of weeks were so fun and exciting- because the chicks grow so fast, they do and learn new things every day. Also, they are incredibly cute. And soft. Eventually, … Continue reading How to Raise Chicks INSIDE without Raising your Blood Pressure.