Tag: gardening
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An Unexpected Legacy from My Grandmother
Get Pregnant Fast “Here, take this,” she said, handing me a slightly crumpled envelope. “These are your seeds.” I looked down at the envelope, its surface marked with “Hollyhocks” written in her familiar, delicate handwriting. The sight made me smile. I had completely forgotten that I’d asked for these seeds of the tall, leafy plants…
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You Don’t Have to Be a Grandma (Or a Farmer) to Embrace Gardening
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever visited my home, you’d quickly notice the array of small potted plants adorning the windowsills, accompanied by little tea saucers filled with an assortment of seeds. After many years of experience, I’ve learned to carefully inspect the pockets of my partner’s laundry because there’s almost always a hidden stash…
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A Game Changer: Ordering Live Plants from Amazon Might Just Ignite My Gardening Passion
Get Pregnant Fast Let me be honest: I’ve never really been into lawn maintenance, gardening, or spending endless hours outdoors digging in the dirt. That was, until I became a homeowner. Suddenly, the idea of having my own yard — a space that feels like it’s mine (well, technically the bank’s) — has sparked a…
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This Man’s Hilarious Struggle with Lawn Mowing is Relatable to Us All
Get Pregnant Fast Mowing the lawn: it seems like a simple enough task, right? Just push a mower back and forth, and voila! My partner makes it look effortless. Sure, he returns home drenched in sweat and looking like he just ran a marathon, but from the outside, it seems like a breeze. I mean,…
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Ladies, Treat Yourself to Flowers – You Deserve It!
Get Pregnant Fast On our first Valentine’s Day together, my husband, Mark, showed up at my college dorm room door, nervously clutching a bouquet of roses. But these weren’t the stunning long-stemmed red roses typically associated with this day of love. Instead, he presented me with a collection of tiny tea roses that looked as…
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Sorry, Neighbors, I’m Too Busy Living Life to Worry About the Lawn
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to our front yard, my children have taken the lead in cultivating what can only be described as a bog garden filled with carnivorous plants. With a variety of pitcher plants, including Venus flytraps and sundews, they thrive in pots that line our front yard, soaking up the sunlight.…
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12 Exciting Hobbies to Explore in Your 40s
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the 40s! This decade often brings newfound freedom as children grow more independent, or perhaps even head off to college. Life tends to settle into a more manageable routine, making it the perfect time to indulge in a hobby that’s just for you. With your priorities shifting, it’s time to discover…
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A Lazy Parent’s Guide to Embracing the Great Outdoors
Get Pregnant Fast Last month, my family and I traded our suburban lifestyle for a refreshing escape to the stunning landscapes of Yosemite National Park. Now, I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not exactly an outdoorsy type—more like an indoor enthusiast. But let me tell you, the experience was nothing short of heavenly.…