March Madness: Doing It My Way
pring living in your 70s looks a little different than I expected. A backyard that needs attention, tubs full of decisions, and learning to do things my way. This is my kind of March Madness.
If I Can’t Grow My Birth Flowers, I’ll Stitch Them
love African violets. And I keep disappointing myself with them. As a February baby, I’ve always paid attention to my birth flower — but maybe if I can’t grow them, I can stitch them instead.
The Money We Found: Our Annual Subscription Audit
Once a year, we review our recurring expenses and run a subscription audit. This year we found $133.55 leaving our household budget — and over $1,100 eliminated completely.
Surviving Florida’s “Brutal” Winter: A Zone 10A Gardening Tale
After weeks of unusually cold weather in Zone 10A, I finally assessed my garden — and was surprised. Here’s what survived, what I’m planting now, and why I’m choosing focus over frenzy this February.
Why I Chase Dead People: A Genealogy Confession
My parents spent their Thursdays chasing ghosts in libraries and cemeteries. I thought they were crazy—until time passed, memories faded, and I inherited boxes of genealogy records with nowhere else to turn.
January Birth Flowers: Carnation and Snowdrop – Symbols of Hope and New Beginnings
Last year, I started a series on monthly birth flowers. I’ve decided to revive this topic because I find floriography absolutely fascinating! January’s birth flowers are Carnation and Snowdrop – both beautiful, meaningful, and perfect for crafting.
January Goals: The Plan vs. The Reality
At the beginning of January, I sketched out what felt like perfectly reasonable goals. One month. Totally doable, right? Here’s what I learned: Life doesn’t care about your perfectly reasonable plans
The Five-Minute Fix for Lost Cross Stitching Mojo
I lost my cross stitch rhythm for a while, and it surprised me how much I missed it. So I began again with just five minutes a day. It’s simple, doable, and it brought the joy back to my hands and heart.
Snake Plant Care Made Simple: The Timeless Houseplant That Thrives on Neglect
Snake plants have stood the test of time—from barbershop windows to modern homes. Learn how to care for these easy, air-purifying houseplants, help them thrive, and maybe even coax a bloom or two.
Easy Zucchini Bread Recipe: From Garden to Kitchen Memories
This moist homemade zucchini bread recipe transforms fresh summer zucchini into two golden, cinnamon-scented loaves that capture the essence of family baking. Perfect for using up garden abundance or creating lasting kitchen memories with loved ones.