It’s lovely to see celebrated stories from our childhood come to life. Perhaps you read “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett as a school assignment. Or like me, maybe you saw the 1987 Hallmark film, fell in love with the story and then discovered the book. However you came to discover The Secret Garden, […]
Living green boosts your mental and emotional health by bringing balance into the world. It reduces pollution, lightens landfills, reduces consumerism, and unites humankind. Living green sustains not only our planet – it actually improves our psychological well being. An interesting side effect of self-isolation right now, is that the planet is also getting a […]
Both of my grandmothers were excellent bakers. Our holidays were full of delightful pies, pastry, cookies, breads and more. During the year, they enticed us with other rich goodies like zucchini bread, which dissapeared quicker than they could bake it! I’m not sure where the original recipe came from. Whether it was handed down or […]
Looking for a quick way to boost your immune system? Take a fresh look at the blueberry! This well-loved tiny super-food is bursting with flavonoids, vitamins, fiber, magnesium and more. Easy to obtain year-round, blueberries offer exceptional taste without any added sugar. A terrific snack food for anyone who wants to pack a big punch […]
Spring is in full swing and you’ve likely been starting plenty of seeds inside for your garden. About this time year, I always wondered if I should start greenhouse gardening rather than covering my guest room with tables and piles of start seed boxes. Once I made the move to greenhouse gardening, I was ridiculously […]
Table of Contents Why Green Kitchens Matter Sustainable Materials for Kitchens Energy-Efficient Appliances Water-Saving Features Eco-Friendly Cabinetry and Furniture Recycling and Waste Management Tips for Creating Your Green Kitchen Why Green Kitchens Matter Green kitchens are more than a passing trend – they represent a shift towards sustainable living. Implementing eco-friendly designs in your kitchen […]
Spring is well underway and it’s time to play in the dirt! When you are planting in excess, it’s easy to forget what is where which is why plant markers are so important to have. Sure, you can easily use simple wooden sticks or other ad hoc means like popping the seed packets over a […]
A greenhouse is designed to provide ideal growing conditions for plants through all seasons. However, in some places the temperature can soar during the summer and this can hamper plant growth. Other adverse affects include delayed flowering, smaller flowers and smaller leaves. The amount of preparation you need to do for your greenhouse will depend […]
Are you excited shop your Farmers Market this summer? When I travel, or when I’m home, I absolutely love to shop at a local Farmers Market. I’m so happy to see that our local ones will be opening back up soon. I believe it’s always best to support local businesses whenever possible, and Farmers Markets […]
