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I’m a Green Bean Mom
You know the saying, “I’m not a regular mom; I’m a cool mom.” Well…I’ve got a new twist on that one. Last fall, in my dream garden, I grew a climbing bean for its beautiful pink flowers. I believed that it was an ornamental plant. But when my sister visited, she was absolutely convinced of…
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Gardening With Kids: Chaos and Joy
Gardening with kids brings a heightened level of excitement and joy. When I see them marvel at things I take for granted, I find myself sharing in the wonder. Last year, my dream garden became a reality and grew bountifully. This year, we decided to add a couple more rows. Four of the five little…
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My Dream Garden Come True
I grew up 1,200 miles from my grandparents, but every summer, my family would spend a month or longer in Minnesota with my grandparents. Much of that time was spent on the farm in southwestern Minnesota. Every summer, we’d beg Gramma to take us on a garden tour. It was a rectangular plot of beautiful…
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Embracing Life Together
