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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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.
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.