Hi friend! As you may know, sourdough is one of my loves. The baking process brings me pure joy (not to mention the warm bread that results!). I often hear people say that they think sourdough is too much of a time investment, or that it’s too complicated. But I have to say, neither of those things has to be true. There is a learning curve, of course. But once you get the hang of it, sourdough is actually pretty easy to incorporate into your rhythm. Over the years, I’ve learned that a big...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Friends! It's been a busy month over here as we have expanded the garden and are working hard on all the outdoor projects before the summer heat comes in full swing. We are building a sustainable, permaculture-style design that makes the most of our tiny space. This year, we acquired jostaberries, wild strawberries, rhubarb, Jerusalem artichokes, ground nuts, gooseberries, walking onions, and an elderberry tree. Sprinkled in are some perennial flowers and fruiting shrubs like blueberry,...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friends! The weather has been up and down this spring, per usual, and a hard frost took down the snapdragons I planted out last week...sad day. I've got more than I know what to do with, so I'm ready for round two! We are looking forward to some warmer temps this week. I'm planting a few things out right now (zone 6a) like calendula, chamomile, dill, broccoli, and a few others. Additionally, I've direct-sown some spinach and other leafy greens. There is no perfect timing to any of this,...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Hi friend! G and I celebrated our 4-year anniversary on Wednesday. We kept it low-key, which included seeing a movie (Project Hail Mary, anyone?) and eating pizza. Neither one of us prefers fancy evenings. Homemade Ice Cream We did, however, end the evening with some homemade ice cream. G LOVES ice cream. I always liked it ok before getting married, but now, he and I have ice cream more times in a month than I previously would in a year. Being a make-it-from-scratch enthusiast, I told G we...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, This week, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about where our food comes from and how radical it can be to step just an inch outside the “normal” system. Not like in an all-or-nothing way, but in small, steady shifts toward more sustainability, connection, and resilience. I bought my eggs this week from a new friend/neighbor/community member and have enjoyed getting to know her and her farm. Growing herbs in a pot on the deck is another small step toward addressing consumption and...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I often get asked for the best resources on becoming more self-sufficient, and I just saw that my friends over at the School of Traditional Skills are opening registration for their annual Spring Into Action Summit. I love their approach because they aren't talking about "hobby gardening." They focus on the "Action" part—building a garden that actually puts food on your table and lowers your grocery costs. I love this community, and the folks they bring in to teach are legit. It's...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, Spring is almost here! Have you noticed the light lingering longer? Tiny buds coming up from the ground? Even in southeast Michigan, I am beginning to see the signs of life. I wrote a deeper reflection on spring over on Substack this week. This is where I write more personally about home, intention, food, stewardship, and the deeper why behind this lifestyle. Here’s a small snippet from that post: As the days lengthen and the earth wakes from its winter retreat, the arrival of...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, As Thanksgiving approaches, I wanted to pause for a moment and send you a simple note of gratitude. I’m so thankful you’re here, reading, learning, trying new things, caring for your home, and choosing a slower, more intentional way of living right alongside me. Whether you’ve been with me for years or just joined recently, your presence here truly matters. You’re the reason I get to share recipes, projects, and the heart behind living with less waste and more purpose. I hope your...
11 months ago • 1 min read
It's the equinox, friends! Are we ready for the shift? I am and sort of not. Fall is my favorite season for many reasons, and the equinox marks the start of it. So that's great. The darker mornings are a bit harder for me to get going, but the early evenings are the BEST! My husband doesn't understand me when I say that it should always be dark by 9 pm. Who is with me?? I love the way God designed the earth with these built-in rhythms. The darker and cooler season calls for cozy sweaters,...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read