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Inspiring and teaching while enjoying the outdoors. Find resources for life, garden and home with recipes, garden design how-tos, stories from my journey and more adventures.

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Lessons from a Caterpillar

How does one become a butterfly? You have to want to learn to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar. -Unknown            Have you heard of Monarch Waystations? I didn’t until three years ago. My daughters, like most little kids, were fascinated by butterflies. Honestly, I […]

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Outdoors

Lessons from a Caterpillar

How does one become a butterfly? You have to want to learn to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar. -Unknown            Have you heard of Monarch Waystations? I didn’t until three years ago. My daughters, like most little kids, were fascinated by butterflies. Honestly, I […]

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As a nature lover, I enjoy playing in the dirt- aka gardening. I believe building your own garden helps our planet, helps our mental health, and teaches future generations. I’ve combined my love of nature and education with my homeschooling experience to bring you tips and ideas of activities and lessons for you, the kids and the whole family.

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Which Nature Element Are You?

Take this fun two-minute quiz to find out which natural element matches your personality 🌿💦🔥🌀

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The 8 plants that everyone should keep around

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Grab the list of my favorite Insect-repellant plants that I keep around my yard and learn why. You'd want to add them to your outdoor area too!to a kid friendly super EASY bird feeder that is good for the birds, nature, and the whole family! 


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