the garden
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The Secret Life of Acorns
If you’ve ever walked under an oak tree in autumn, you’ve probably heard the sound of acorns tumbling down, a sudden tap on the porch roof, a scatter across the driveway, a crunch beneath your boots. They might seem ordinary,… Continue reading
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Printable Garden Journal Page for July
I’ve been spending more time in the garden lately, mostly in the early mornings before the sun gets too strong or in the golden quiet just before dinner. Everything feels a little wild right now. The calendula is blooming like… Continue reading
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Strawberry Season in the Countryside: A Story and a Simple Recipe
Early June feels like the perfect time to embrace one of my favorite seasonal traditions: strawberry picking. When the air is warm and the days stretch a little longer, local farms open their fields to visitors, inviting everyone to wander… Continue reading
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Gardening with the Moon: How I Plan My Planting Days (And Why It Works)
I used to think moon gardening was just one of those charming old-timey things people talked about but didn’t really do anymore, like churning your own butter or using tree bark as medicine. But once I started paying attention to… Continue reading
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Lilac Cream Soda: A Floral Springtime Treat from the Cottage Kitchen
I’ve been meaning to share this one for a while, and now that lilacs are blooming again, it feels like the perfect time. This lilac cream soda is something truly special, lightly fizzy, beautifully floral, and just sweet enough. It’s… Continue reading
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A Bloom You Can Bite: My Favorite Edible Flowers from Garden to Table
When I first started learning about edible flowers, it felt like unlocking a secret garden within my own kitchen. I’d always admired how flowers looked tucked into a bouquet or trailing down a garden fence, but the idea of sprinkling… Continue reading
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Preparing for Earth Day: Gentle Ways to Begin Living Closer to the Land
Earth Day is just around the corner, and this year, I’m thinking less about the “big impact” and more about the small, quiet ways we can care for the earth, day by day, season by season. I wanted to share… Continue reading
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A Beginner’s Guide to Cottage Gardening
How to start a soft, useful, and wildly beautiful garden—even if you’ve never planted a thing before. There’s a kind of magic in planting something and watching it grow. Cottage gardening, to me, isn’t about perfection or control, it’s about… Continue reading
Autumn Rosewood 