From Empty Corner to Herb Garden Paradise
I have always loved spending time outdoors, but for a long time, my backyard felt underused. It was a decent-sized space, mostly grass and a few shrubs, and I wasn’t sure how to make it feel more alive. One spring, I decided to turn one corner into a mini herb garden. It started as a […]
Spending a Slow Afternoon in the Park With My Favorite Picnic Essentials
There are a few things I enjoy more than spending a quiet afternoon at one of my favorite local parks. The park is not very big, but it has everything I love. There are wooded trails, open grassy fields, a small pond, and enough space to feel like I can breathe. Whenever I need a […]
Creating the Perfect Summer Salad with Lettuce and Herbs from Your Garden
There is something really special about using ingredients that I grew myself. Over the past few years, I’ve developed a small garden in my backyard. I grow lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, herbs like basil and cilantro, and even a few peppers for extra flavor. One of my favorite things to make during the summer is […]
From Garden to Table: Making Fresh Salsa with Homegrown Tomatoes and Peppers
There is something really special about cooking with ingredients I have grown myself. Over the past few years, I started a small garden in my backyard. I planted tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapeños, lettuce, and a few herbs like cilantro and basil. It began as a little experiment, but it has quickly turned into one of […]