Every summer I end up looking for new ways to use the zucchini from my garden, and this recipe is definitely one I’ll be making again. These vegan chocolate zucchini muffins are rich, moist, and packed with chocolate, without tasting like zucchini at all! They’re simple to make, perfect for using up garden produce, andContinue reading “Vegan Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins”
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Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
If your garden has ever produced more mint than you know what to do with, this recipe is for you. I wanted to make a mint chocolate chip ice cream that tasted like real fresh mint, not just peppermint extract, and this absolutely delivered. The fresh mint gives it a bright, garden-fresh flavor, while theContinue reading “Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream”
Creating a Backyard Sanctuary
Creating a sanctuary doesn’t require acres of land. It begins with a simple decision to make the space you have a little more welcoming for wildlife, for the animals in your care, and for yourself.
Tiny Camper, Big Exhale
Sometimes the best weekends don’t need an itinerary. Come along as we slow down, wander the campground, cook simple meals, and rediscover why our tiny camper has become our favorite place to exhale.
Coming Home to Acorn & Birch
After a quiet season away, I’m returning to Acorn & Birch with a renewed focus on slow living, seasonal inspiration, and finding joy in the simple moments.
Homemade Bird Seed Cakes
Here is an easy recipe that you can throw together with things you probably have in the pantry. Home Bird Seed Cakes 1/2 cup shortening 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup oats 1 1/2 – 2 cups bird seed Add shortening and peanut butter into a microwave safe bowl. Melt the shortening and peanut butterContinue reading “Homemade Bird Seed Cakes”
Making Soap at Home is Easier Than You Think
I have been putting off making soap because I was terrified of working with lye. I finally decided I had procrastinated long enough, and it was time. I suited up in all my safety gear and dove in. It was easier than I thought, and I’ve been making a steady supply since I gave itContinue reading “Making Soap at Home is Easier Than You Think”
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bars Recipe
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! These Lucky Charm Bars are so easy to throw together and they make the perfect little sugary snack. Every holiday we take the opportunity to make something for my brother to bring in for his staff. We appreciate how much they care for Josh every day. It is just a smallContinue reading “Easy St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bars Recipe”
March in the Garden
Guys, I have been struggling through January and February. Anyone else? This year has seemed especially hard. Everyday has been a real effort to get out of bed and get moving. It has been cold. I’m pretty sure the dark days made me feel the same. I own my own business. It is amazing mostContinue reading “March in the Garden”
Always Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop
You get some great, amazingly fantastic news. What’s the first thing you do? I would wonder what was going to go wrong. This has not always been my feelings around great news, but that seems like a long time ago. Before cancer barged into our lives. Over the past few years my life has drasticallyContinue reading “Always Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop”
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