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    5 Ways to Use the Zucchini Growing in Your Garden

    August 14, 2024 /

    If you grow zucchini you know how quickly you can be overwhelmed with the harvests. Here is 5 ways you can use the zucchini you have from the garden!

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    Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta

    November 11, 2022

    Simple Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

    October 26, 2025

    Two More On-the-Go Breakfasts

    April 28, 2017
  • Gardening,  Home

    12 Vegetables & Herbs to Plant Now for a Fall Crop

    August 7, 2024 /

    It's that time of Summer when you should start planning and planting for Fall harvests! Here are 12 vegetables and herbs to plant now for a Fall crop!

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    Gardening Jobs for July

    July 2, 2025

    Gardening Jobs for April

    April 2, 2025

    5 Edible Flowers Found in my Garden

    April 3, 2023
  • Food

    6 Tomato Recipes to Make the Most of the Season

    August 4, 2024 /

    It's finally tomato season! Here are 6 recipes that you can try to make the most of the season! Can't wait to use up my homegrown tomatoes!

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    How to Make Roasted Pumpkin Seeds 3 Ways

    October 29, 2023

    How to Make Easy Stovetop Popcorn

    March 27, 2023

    Happy Hosting: Easy Strawberry Short Stacks

    July 12, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: July 2024

    July 31, 2024 /

    What a terrific start to the Summer! We filled July with a bunch of fun activities. Here is everything we got up to this month!

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    My Morning Routine: Creating Intention

    October 24, 2022

    Style Your Mind Workbook

    April 14, 2017

    Our Wedding: Bridal Party & Family

    October 9, 2019
  • Fitness,  Life,  Self Care

    The Simple Habit That Helps Me Feel Calmer Every Day

    July 10, 2024 /

    Walking during lunch breaks transformed my work stress into a calming routine. This simple habit offers essential "me time," consistent movement without gym pressure, mental clarity during anxiety, and a refreshing connection to nature. Now, it’s a cherished act of self-care that restores my well-being and perspective daily.

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    What Is Rucking? Benefits, Tips, and How to Get Started

    March 4, 2026

    My Current Fitness Inspiration

    June 11, 2018

    Body Boss Program So Far

    December 3, 2017
  • Gardening

    5 Veggies You Can Grow in Pots

    July 7, 2024 /

    Container gardening is a terrific option for anyone who has the desire to garden but doesn't necessarily have the space for a traditional garden! Here are 5 veggies that grow great in pots!

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    What We’re Growing in the 2025 Garden

    February 5, 2025

    How to Plan and Plant Your Own Garden

    March 15, 2023

    Our Garden 2017

    May 21, 2017
  • Breakfast,  Food

    Breakfast Popsicles with Yogurt & Granola

    July 3, 2024 /

    With the warmer weather arriving, these breakfast popsicles are a fun spin on a classic yogurt and granola bowl! Keep cool with these yummy breakfast delights!

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    My Current Go To Breakfast

    November 19, 2018

    The Best Oatmeal Toppings for Fall

    October 22, 2022

    My Favorite Baked Oatmeal Recipe

    November 8, 2020
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: June 2024

    June 26, 2024 /

    Happy Summer! June went by like the blink of an eye! Here is everything we got up to this month!

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    Healthy Habits to Add This New Year

    January 6, 2023

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    March 1, 2017

    What I am Thankful for This Year

    November 25, 2020
  • Food,  Gardening

    How to Make Chive Blossom Vinegar

    June 12, 2024 /

    Here is a fun way to use up those cute little chive blossoms in your garden! Use them to make chive blossom vinegar to use for salads all Summer long!

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    DIY Yummy Chocolate Covered Pretzels

    October 21, 2024

    5 Lessons From An Honest Food Diary

    August 16, 2017

    How to Add Your Homegrown Food into Your Diet

    September 8, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: May 2024

    May 29, 2024 /

    May is my birthday month and also the month that the garden really comes together. Read on to see what we got up to in May!

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    My Fall Bucket List

    September 23, 2022

    Another Honest Food Diary

    April 8, 2018

    Life Lately: December 2025 & Yearly Reflections

    December 31, 2025
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Inspiration for a happy, fulfilled life!

Love is in the air! My week of Valentines inspired Love is in the air! My week of Valentines inspired outfits post is live on www.learningtobloom.com.  Check out the details at the link in my bio 😘❤
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POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one f POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one festive outfit at a time 🎄
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My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Che My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Check out what we've been up to and what I'm enjoying at the moment! www.learningtobloom.com 
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Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… bu Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… but honestly, the little moments are the ones that make the biggest difference. ✨💛

I put together 7 simple self-care ideas you can do in under 10 minutes — things I use on busy days when I still want to show up for myself. Think quick resets, tiny pockets of calm, and small habits that help you feel human again.
It’s your reminder that caring for yourself doesn’t have to take all day — just a few intentional minutes. 🌿
Read the full list on the blog! ⬆️
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I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the c I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the cozy textures, the warm tones...I love it all! Head on over to www.learningtobloom.com to check out the details from this week of Fall Outfits! 🍁🍂
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Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that m Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that my dad used to take him to forage for chantrelle mushrooms. It was a beautiful Fall day and we were able to get a glut of mushrooms! It was so peaceful out there and I could tell why my dad liked to go out there.

I loved getting out into the woods and spending time with Jake. It helped calm some of the anxiety I've been feeling.

**Warning** My dad taught Jake how to find the chantrelle mushrooms but also always taught me what to look for when foraging for them. Forage at your own risk. Its always best to go out with someone who knows what they're doing and knows what to look for. Only forage what you are 100% sure of!***
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#naturelovers #chantrellemushrooms #foraging #walkinginthewoods #mushroomhunting
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is l HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is live!!

What a month it's been! Check out my final post for #blogtober over at www.learningtobloom.com 🎃🕸🕷👻🦇🧙‍♀️
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Day 30 of #blogtober2025 Earlier this year I att Day 30 of #blogtober2025 

Earlier this year I attempted learning how to make sourdough and while I haven't been whipping up the best sourdough loaves, I have been utilizing the discard for all sort of delicious recipes like this Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola! Check out the recipe over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 29 of #blogtober2025 The final spooky season Day 29 of #blogtober2025 

The final spooky season inspired outfit of the month is live! Check out the details of this outfit over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 28 of #blogtober2025 These cute little Jack- Day 28 of #blogtober2025 

These cute little Jack-O-Lantern stuffed peppers were a delicious addition to our dinner menu this month! Chexk out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 27 of #blogtober2025 Another last minute cos Day 27 of #blogtober2025 

Another last minute costume idea! Check out the details for my Where’s Waldo costume over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 26 of #blogtober2025 These homemade giant pe Day 26 of #blogtober2025 

These homemade giant peanut butter cups are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Check out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 25 of #blogtober2025 Another nod to Beetleju Day 25 of #blogtober2025 

Another nod to Beetlejuice! I also love how these leopard print pants seem to go with everything! Check out the outfit details over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 24 of #blogtober2025 Semi-homemade pizzas ar Day 24 of #blogtober2025 

Semi-homemade pizzas are the perfect quick weeknight meal and why not add creepy olive spiders or pepperoni eyeballs to make it more fun and festive?! Check out the details over at www.learningtobloom.com 🕷🕸👀
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Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live! Today's last mi Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live!

Today's last minute costume idea is an homage to my great grandpa and my dad who used to work in the forests of the PNW. My hat belonged to my dad who used to fight forest fires as well! Chexk out the details at www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 22 of #blogtober2025 Today I'm sharing our 2 Day 22 of #blogtober2025 

Today I'm sharing our 2025 Halloween decorations! Head over to www.learningtobloom.com to check them out!!!
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Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!! These little m Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!!

These little mummy lanterns are super cute and super easy to make! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 20 of #blogtober2025 Last year I created my Day 20 of #blogtober2025 

Last year I created my first giant spiderweb for the yard decorations and I knew it was a project that needed to be part of #blogtober ! So today, you can head on over to www.learningtobloom.com and check out how you can make your own giant spiderweb! 🧡🎃🕷🕸
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Day 19 of #blogtober2025 It's a pirates life for Day 19 of #blogtober2025 

It's a pirates life for me and its my first of 3 last minute costume ideas! Check out the details at www.learningtobloom.com today!
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Day 18 of #blogtober2025 I haven't made a fun Ha Day 18 of #blogtober2025 

I haven't made a fun Halloween sign in a few years and this one turned out so cute! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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