Stepping stones can be a fun, decorative, and very useful part of your garden. Whether you use them to line paths in your front/back yard (like I do), or as decorative elements in a flower bed, or as a quirky accent to a balcony, a stepping stone can enhance your garden design and let your...
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I fell into an old familiar trap recently: that cycle of critical self-evaluation, comparison with others, and looking at the disparity between where I am now and where I want to be that inevitably leads to depression, restlessness, and a kind of soul-crushing existential crisis that saps my energy...
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Nutella No-Bake Cookies
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Water Fountain Planter
If you thought adding a water fountain to your backyard was a project better left to the guys - think again. Here's how I did it. And with a little effort and perseverance, you can too.
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Irish Soda Bread
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Individual Chicken Pot Pies
There is nothing I like more on a cold day than chicken pot pie. It is the ultimate comfort food. But forget those frozen in-the-box varieties found at the grocery store. Make your own, tailor them to your tastes, and freeze them yourself. You will love having these delicious staples in your...