Perpetual Learning
Elias Voss 
I love gardening. I really do. There’s something incredibly satisfying about nurturing a tiny seed into a thriving plant, and then enjoying the fruits (or herbs!) of your labor. But even the most rewarding hobbies can have their… let’s call them ‘vigorous’ moments. For me, that moment arrived in the form of mint. When I … Read more
Buying your first home is a huge step, and one of the best parts is the yard! It’s a blank canvas, ready for your personal touch. But if you have little ones or furry friends, that canvas needs a bit of extra thought to make it a safe and fun place for everyone. Trees: More … Read more
Hey everyone, Elias here! Have you ever seen a caterpillar munching away on your prize tomato leaves and wished for a natural way to handle it? I certainly have. It got me thinking about the tiny helpers in our gardens – the beneficial insects. They’re often overlooked, but they play a huge role in keeping … Read more
Home improvement projects, big or small, can be a fantastic way to make a living space truly your own. Whether you’re embarking on a full-scale renovation or tackling a minor issue like a drafty storm door, the goal is often the same: to create a comfortable, personal sanctuary. I remember when I first started thinking … Read more
It’s amazing what a little bit of planning and a lot of sunshine can do. My suburban backyard, once just a patch of grass, is now a vibrant, productive food haven. And the best part? It all started with a simple packet of seeds. Growing your own food is more rewarding than you might think. … Read more
Sustainable Living from the Ground Up: Elias’s Eco-Friendly Practices My journey into sustainable living really started with my hands in the dirt. It wasn’t some grand plan to change the world, but rather a desire to grow my own food and connect more with nature. Over time, I’ve found that small, consistent practices in my … Read more
You know those moments in home improvement projects where you think, ‘How hard can this be?’ I recently had one of those moments, and let’s just say, reality hit me like a gallon of poorly mixed paint. It started with the best intentions. I decided to refresh a room, pick out a nice, neutral color. … Read more
It’s amazing how much our living space can affect our mood, isn’t it? Just like tending to my garden brings me a sense of peace and accomplishment, making small, intentional changes around the house can bring a surprising amount of joy. Today, I want to chat about how these little transformations can lead to big … Read more
There’s a unique kind of joy that comes from tending a garden. It’s not always about the big, showy displays. Sometimes, the most elegant moments are found in the quiet discoveries, the subtle blooms that surprise you when you least expect it. This time of year, my garden is a testament to that. While the … Read more
It’s September 14th, 2025, and the garden is still putting out a fantastic amount of produce! From my backyard, I’ve got an abundance of tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, and peaches just waiting to be enjoyed. But as the days start to get shorter, I know the harvest won’t last forever. That’s where the magic of preserving … Read more