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    Life Lately: November 2025

    November 30, 2025 /

    November was a challenging month, marked by grief from the loss of my dad. I engaged in joyful activities like mushroom foraging, attending a comedy open mic, and celebrating small gatherings for Thanksgiving, which included making his favorite pie. Gardening and spending time outdoors helped alleviate my anxiety during this emotional time.

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    Life Lately: October 2025

    October 31, 2025 /

    What a whirlwind month! I hope you've enjoyed Blogtober 2025! Read here to see what else we got up to this month!

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    DIY Halloween: Bat Swarm Sign

    October 18, 2022

    Spooky Season Inspired Outfit #7

    October 29, 2025

    DIY Decor: Textured Ghost Art

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  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: August 2025

    August 31, 2025 /

    August slipped away into a moment in time...I can't believe how fast it went. My garden loved the hot weather we got but I am ready for it to cool off already! Here is what we got up to this month!

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    Life Lately: July 2024

    July 31, 2024

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    December 1, 2022
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    Life Lately: July 2025

    July 30, 2025 /

    July has gone by in the blink of an eye. Lots of time spent with friends and outside in the garden. Here is what we got up to in July!

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    My Simple Wellness Routine

    November 9, 2025

    Life Lately: July 2024

    July 31, 2024

    Life Lately: November 2023

    November 29, 2023
  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: June 2025

    June 29, 2025 /

    Here is what we got up to in June 2025!

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    Life Lately: April 2023

    April 28, 2023

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    March 11, 2018

    Life Lately: October 2024

    October 31, 2024
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    Life Lately: April & May 2025

    May 31, 2025 /

    Two very difficult months for me. Here is the life lately for April and May 2025.

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    Three Mindsets That I Struggle With

    October 18, 2020

    Life Lately: March 2024

    March 31, 2024

    3 Goals for October

    October 1, 2021
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    Life Lately: March 2025

    March 30, 2025 /

    March brought us our first warm days of 2025 and also lots of rain! Spring is finally here! Check out what we got up to in March!

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    Life Lately: April & May 2025

    May 31, 2025

    20 Journal Prompts for Winter

    January 21, 2024

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    December 30, 2020
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    Life Lately: February 2025

    February 26, 2025 /

    February was full of ups and downs. From frigid snowy days to beautiful warm sunshine! Feb was one for the books! See what we got up to this month!

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    How I Am Going To Show Up For Myself This Year

    January 10, 2021

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    September 23, 2020

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  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: January 2025

    January 29, 2025 /

    January has been such a wonderful month. We've gotten up to so much and it has made me even more excited for the year to come! See what we got up to!

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    March 31, 2017

    Setting Small Weekly Goals

    June 14, 2017

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  • Life,  Life Lately

    Life Lately: November 2024

    November 28, 2024 /

    November came and went in the blink of an eye! The holiday season is upon us. See what we got up to in November 2024!

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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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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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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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