A Lady’s Guide to Gardening: The Blog
Stories, Laughs & Life In Bloom
A collection of stories, humor, and heartfelt reflections for women who know life grows in beautiful, messy ways.
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Top 5 Gifts for Women Who Love Coffee & Flowers
Looking for gifts for women who love coffee and flowers? Discover 5 cozy, charming, and uplifting picks that bring joy, encouragement, and a little whimsy to her day.
The Art of Morning Gardening (and Other Sensible Priorities)
Some mornings don’t need motivation or productivity plans — they need coffee, flowers, and a sense of humor. The kind of morning where priorities look a little different, pajamas linger longer than planned, and tending to your own spirit matters more than tending to a to-do list. In those moments, a warm mug, something growing nearby, and a good laugh can be exactly what steadies an overwhelmed heart and reminds a woman she’s doing just fine.
Holiday Chaos and the Garden Escape
I’ve always fancied myself someone who loves to entertain… Pinterest boards, stacks of china, the works. In reality? I wish I were wired differently. I’d love to be the lady who serves holiday dinner in the foil pans it came in—my grandma was that chill! But would I really want to be that relaxed? Probably not. Luckily, the garden is always there: a cup of coffee, a stroll among the plants, maybe a sneaky glass of wine… suddenly surviving the holidays feels possible.
The Emotional Rollercoaster of the First Freeze
The first frost is coming, and the greenhouse rescue mission is in full swing. My baby tomatoes were carefully potted and moved inside, along with the Boston ferns, and my prized Mexican lime —while the rest of the garden looks on, blissfully unaware of the cold to come. Some plants survive, some don’t, and I’m left with a mix of triumph, guilt, and a few tiny green tomatoes. Gardening is emotional, exhausting, and completely addictive—read on to see how this year’s frost rescue unfolded.
When the Garden Fades, Obsession Naturally Moves to Twinkle Lights
I’ve always known I’m a bit obsessive when it comes to my projects, but it recently dawned on me just how much. The garden may sleep for the winter, but my need to create certainly doesn’t.
Never Bored, Never Done: A Lady’s Guide to the Ongoing Project
I’ve realized I may never be “done” — not with my house, my garden, or any of the projects I dream up in between. There’s always something in motion, something to look forward to. But maybe that’s the point — the joy isn’t in being finished, it’s in the growing, doing, and dreaming along the way.
The Sport of Gardening: Every Bend, Lift, and Squat Counts
They say gardening is a relaxing hobby, but I’m convinced it’s actually an endurance sport. Between bending, lifting, and hauling mulch, I’ve discovered muscles I didn’t even know existed. My mom (76) and I (56) call it our seasonal workout plan—minus the gym membership and plus a whole lot of dirt and laughter. Gardening may not come with medals, but every ache and ache is proof that we’re still in the game.
Preserve with Pride, Even if Ambition Exceeds Reality.
There’s a sense of pride in imagining the perfect harvest, the perfectly organized shelves, the perfect gift-worthy jars lined up like little soldiers of culinary achievement. —And then reality happens.
Never Apologize for Pajama Gardening.
Confidence isn’t just everything—it’s the key to letting go of the constant need to be perfect. Pajama gardening is a reminder that joy, authenticity, and connection to the earth matter far more than appearances.
How Our Story Took Root
When my Daddy passed away, life as we knew it shifted. Momma built a precious cottage on our land, and together we found healing in the garden. What began as a few raised beds grew into a place of resilience, laughter, and purpose…
10 Signs You Might Be a Crazy Plant Lady
Ever find yourself whispering encouragement to a fern, rescuing sad succulents, or taking more photos of plants on vacation than anything else? You might just be a Crazy Plant Lady—and that’s a compliment! From sentimental plants to rescue missions, here are 10 hilarious signs you’re proudly living your leafy obsession.