~I started working out in March, which had been going well so far, but I need to balance it out by eating a little healthier. And when I think about healthy eating, overnight oats comes to mind. Different recipes for overnight oats have been blowing up my Pintrest feed as of late, and I caved… Continue reading Here goes nothing: Overnight Oats edition
Author: The Garden Goddess
It’s all Greek to me
~Lately I've been trying to eat a little healthier, and what could be healthier than Greek yogurt? I've never been that big a fan of Greek yogurt, mainly for its texture and distinct taste, but I was willing to give it another try. And I'm glad I did! It started about a week ago when… Continue reading It’s all Greek to me
Market Discovery! Market & Craft Fair @White Willow Nursey & Landscape Supply, Minooka, IL
~Finding a new market is like knowing your Amazon package is coming sooner than expected. Which is how I felt knowing that a new market popped up about 30 minutes from me, which of course I had to go to. Although small, the market is brimming of potential. I went to its first weekend on… Continue reading Market Discovery! Market & Craft Fair @White Willow Nursey & Landscape Supply, Minooka, IL
Aurora Farmers’ Market Opening Day 2022
~I don’t know what I would do without Facebook. Not only can I keep with my friends and family, but it also tells me of these great events, such as the Farmers’ Market in downtown Aurora, IL this past weekend. This was my first market of the season, and it was awesome! There were quite… Continue reading Aurora Farmers’ Market Opening Day 2022
Just Checking In
~Hello my little sprouts! ❤️ I hope everyone is trying to stay healthy and happy as we continue to navigate through this obstacle course called life (especially Covid-19). Today I wanted to share with you what I’m currently working on and plans for the future! Last weekend I went to a wedding with a friend… Continue reading Just Checking In
Market Discovery! Lisle French Market
~ If it wasn’t for Facebook I would not have known about the Lisle French Market. This market was my first time visiting and, if I’m being honest, left little to be desired. The market comprised of 12 vendors, which is one of the smallest markets I’ve been to, selling homemade breads & pies, upcycled… Continue reading Market Discovery! Lisle French Market
Madagascar facing famine due to climate change
~I was up pretty early this morning (mainly because my cats were bugging me to feed them haha) and came across an interesting but powerful article on the site IFLScience, which was shared on their Instagram page. After reading through it, it makes me worried for the future planet’s health and the health of the… Continue reading Madagascar facing famine due to climate change
3 French Hens Country Market 8-14-21
~August 14th was an important day. Not only was it the day of the 3 French Hens Market in downtown Morris, IL, it was my mom's birthday :)As a gift to her (in addition to the wooden pig figure I got from The Painted Past) I took her to the market where she could explore… Continue reading 3 French Hens Country Market 8-14-21
Farmer and Vendor Market @ The Rustic Fox 8-7-21
~Earlier this month I attended one of the more unique markets I've visited thus far in North Aurora, IL. It was located in the parking lot of an eclectic furniture/home decor shop, The Rustic Fox. There were dozens of crafters selling everything from handmade baby clothes, outdoor decorations, beauty produts, and even items for pets!… Continue reading Farmer and Vendor Market @ The Rustic Fox 8-7-21
Beyond guac: discovering the versitility of avocados
~Avocados have long been associated with being part of a healthy diet, due to its abundance of healthy fats and other essential nutrients. This green fruit has surged in popularity in the past few years, so much so that it has its own niche brunch item: avocado toast. To be honest, I was skeptical about… Continue reading Beyond guac: discovering the versitility of avocados
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