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Peas, Mosquitoes, and Weather Swaps, Please…

July 9, 2025

Yesterday evening, between bursts of rain and clouds that can’t seem to make up their mind, Linna and I ventured out into the field — straight into the furrows where our peas grow. They’ve been reaching out like hopeful little climbers, begging for something to hold on to. So, we brought out a roll of … More Peas, Mosquitoes, and Weather Swaps, Please…

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July Goals & Intentions

July 1, 2025

Hello, July! June passed quickly — full of rain, a few small wins, and some things that just didn’t go as planned. And that’s okay. That’s life. We didn’t get to start on the bathroom like we had hoped. The worker who usually helps us had to take care of some personal issues, so that … More July Goals & Intentions

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What We Achieved in June

June 30, 2025

I just realised it’s the last day of June!!!!June brought steady rain and moments of celebration — a month of quiet wins and the familiar chaos of real life. Here’s a look back at the goals I set at the start of the month and what we managed to accomplish. But first June gallery! How the June … More What We Achieved in June

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Gardening Season Is Starting!

March 16, 2025

It’s that time of year — the gardening season is here! And for me, it’s extra special because it’s my very first gardening season in this house. But as exciting as it sounds, it also means one thing… it’s going to be hard! Everything needs to be built from scratch—nothing is prepared, which feels a … More Gardening Season Is Starting!

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