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I was chatting with my friend the other day while she was standing in her kitchen, digging around for something sweet. She’s trying to be a bit more mindful about what she’s eating, but let’s be honest—the more we try to avoid something, the more we crave it. And boy, do I know that feeling of wanting something sweet! You know the feeling, right? You’re craving something…anything sweet! But then, later, you regret it when your energy crashes and you feel bad about eating something with a bunch of ingredients you can’t even pronounce. Yep, I’ve been there too. Back...

  Sure, having birds around is beautiful—but did you know it’s also one of the best things you can do for your garden and the environment? A yard filled with birds isn’t just a peaceful place to sip your morning coffee—it’s a biodiverse, self-sustaining ecosystem. Here’s why you want to encourage more birds to your property! Natural Pest Control – Birds are nature’s best exterminators. Wrens, swallows, and chickadees gobble up insects, while bigger birds like owls help keep rodent populations in check. No need for harmful pesticides when you’ve got winged pest control on duty! Biodiversity Boost – Different birds...

Martha Stewart said it best... “If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.” These wise words perfectly capture the enduring joy of gardening. A garden brings so much to one’s life. It’s a place where hope, creativity, and nature come together in a timeless dance. There is really nothing quite like planting a seed and watching it grow and flourish. With the upcoming growing season, the excitement is building...

  As the Winter Solstice approaches this coming Saturday, the sun will gracefully embark on its shortest journey across the sky. It's a poignant reminder from nature about life's cyclical nature, urging us to harmonize with the ebb and flow of the seasons. Celebrating the Solstice doesn’t have to be complicated. Here on the farm, we'll be celebrating the winter solstice by crafting and lighting handcrafted ice lanterns.  These small rituals help us feel connected—to nature’s cycles and to the rhythm within ourselves. In the midst of this darkness, there's an undeniable invitation to slow down, to savour the hushed...