Perpetual Learning
Hey fellow gardeners and nature lovers! I was so excited to read about a recent win for native gardening that I just had to share. You know how much I love digging in the dirt and seeing our local ecosystems thrive. Well, there’s a story out there that really highlights why that passion matters. It … Read more
Today is July 25th, 2025, and I’m feeling a swell of pride that’s hard to put into words. It’s the kind of deep satisfaction that comes from seeing months, sometimes years, of patient effort blossom into something truly beautiful and abundant. My suburban backyard, once just a patch of grass, is now a vibrant testament … Read more
The summer air is buzzing with life, and my garden is bursting with tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. But as much as I love the bounty of these warmer months, there’s a part of me that starts to look forward to the shift. It’s a subtle feeling, a quiet anticipation for the cozy days ahead. And … Read more
Every summer, I visit my brother Elias, and every year, I’m amazed by his balcony. It’s not just pretty; it’s bursting with life, a small jungle even in the city heat. This year, I finally asked him what his secret was. His answer was surprisingly simple, a technique he’s been using for years that makes … Read more
Summer’s bounty is here, and if your garden is anything like mine, you’re probably swimming in fresh vegetables! It’s a fantastic problem to have, but what happens when the harvest outpaces our ability to eat it? That’s where ancient wisdom comes in. Today, I want to talk about fermenting vegetables – a time-tested method of … Read more
Hello fellow gardeners and food lovers! Elias here. Today, I want to talk about something that truly brings me joy in the garden and on the plate: heirloom tomatoes. If you’ve ever bitten into a pale, watery supermarket tomato, you know how much we miss out on when we don’t explore these incredible varieties. So, … Read more
There’s nothing quite like stepping out into the backyard and plucking dinner right off the vine. If you’ve been following along, you know my garden isn’t just a hobby; it’s a huge part of how my family eats. And lately, it’s been bursting at the seams with all sorts of seasonal goodness. But here’s the … Read more
Hey everyone, Elias here! You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in the garden and enjoying the fruits (and veggies!) of my labor. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the little buzzers that make so much of it possible – our bees! It’s truly amazing how much these tiny creatures do … Read more
There are days when I walk out the back door and, poof, I’m gone. Not off the grid or on some secret mission. Just… lost. Lost among the towering tomato plants, the fragrant basil, and the buzzing bees in my suburban backyard oasis. And honestly? Don’t send a search party. This is exactly where I … Read more
Hey fellow gardeners! Elias here. You know, one of the things I love most about my garden is how much it teaches me. It’s not just about digging in the dirt; it’s about understanding the subtle connections between plants, like a quiet conversation happening beneath the soil. Today, I want to chat about something that’s … Read more