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    How to Romanticize Your Summer For Lasting Memories

    July 6, 2023 /

    Have a love-hate relationship with Summer? Here are my ideas on how to romanticize Summer in order to make the most of the season before it's gone!

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    Body Positivity And Wedding Dress Shopping

    January 6, 2019

    My 2025 New Year Goals

    January 1, 2025

    Another Honest Food Diary

    April 8, 2018
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: June 2023

    June 30, 2023 /

    A monthly update on what I've been up to in June, what's been happening in the garden, what I'm enjoying at the moment, and what you can catch up on!

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    8 Easy Ways to Reduce Waste at Home

    April 20, 2025

    The Perfect Christmas Bucket List for a Magical Season

    December 7, 2025

    My Morning Routine: Creating Intention

    October 24, 2022
  • Food,  Snacks

    Easy Popsicle Recipes Perfect For Summer

    June 14, 2023 /

    Popsicles are the perfect Summer treat. They couldn't be easier to make at home for yourself! Here are 5 combos for you to try this Summer!

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    Another Honest Food Diary

    April 8, 2018

    Dark Chocolate Dipped Apple Slices

    March 24, 2017

    Healthy Snacks

    April 12, 2017
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: May 2023

    May 31, 2023 /

    Here is my May 2023 life update! It was my birthday month and a month full of changes out in my garden! I am so excited to share it with you!

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    5 Things in December & 2019 Reflections

    January 1, 2020

    Current Nighttime Routine

    April 5, 2017

    Finding Balance

    May 14, 2017
  • Food

    Easy Quick Pickled Onions

    May 24, 2023 /

    Here is an easy recipe for a quick pickle. There is no heating required so you can easily whip this up any day of the week to add some zest to any recipe!

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    How to Use Fresh Herbs from Your Garden

    March 24, 2024

    How to Make Rice Krispy Treat Pumpkins

    October 26, 2024

    Summer Kebabs

    June 25, 2017
  • Gardening

    4 Reasons You Should Start a Garden

    May 12, 2023 /

    There are many benefits to gardening. My garden brings me such joy and I love sharing my adventures! Here are 4 reasons you should start a garden of your own!

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    DIY Garden Markers

    June 10, 2022

    What We’re Growing in our Garden in 2024

    January 17, 2024

    Gardening Jobs for April

    April 2, 2025
  • Books,  Life

    My 2023 Spring/Summer Reading List

    May 5, 2023 /

    Here is my reading list for the Spring and Summer Seasons! All books are by female authors and the variety of subjects and topics are sure to keep me busy!

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    Currently Reading

    November 20, 2019

    My Current To-Be-Read List

    January 22, 2025

    Summer Reading List

    July 19, 2017
  • Gardening,  Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: April 2023

    April 28, 2023 /

    Here is my monthly life update from April 2023! Find out what I've been up to, what's going on in the garden, and what I've been loving!

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    Gardening Jobs for December

    December 3, 2025

    My Ultimate Tomato Salad

    August 13, 2021

    Our Garden 2017

    May 21, 2017
  • Gardening

    What We’re Growing in Our 2023 Garden

    April 7, 2023 /

    Here is what we are growing in our 2023 Summer garden! You'll find various types of vegetables, herbs, and flowers! Can't wait to share more!

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    How to Preserve Herbs for Fall & Winter

    September 17, 2025

    5 Vegetables to Grow if you’re a Beginner Gardener

    June 6, 2022

    Life Lately: April 2023

    April 28, 2023
  • Gardening

    5 Edible Flowers Found in my Garden

    April 3, 2023 /

    Edible flowers are easy to grow, add a ton of beauty to your gardening space, and they are delicious! Here are 5 varieties that are always in my garden.

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    Gardening Jobs for February

    February 2, 2025

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    May 4, 2025

    How to Make a Nesting Hanger for Wild Birds

    January 12, 2025
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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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#learningtobloom #halloween #spookyseason #happyhalloween
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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#learningtobloom #halloween #spookyseason #dinnerideas #spookydinner
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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#learningtobloom #halloween #spookyseason #halloweenstyle #halloqueen #spookyseasonoutfit #beetlejuice #plussizeoutfitinspo #plussizefestiveoutfits #plussizefestiveoutfitinspo
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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#learningtobloom #halloween #spookyseason #halloweencostumeideas #halloweencostume #diyhalloweencostume
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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Day 17 of #blogtober2025 Loving this new Jack-O- Day 17 of #blogtober2025 

Loving this new Jack-O-Lantern sweater this year! Check out the outfit details today at www.learningtobloom.com!
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