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New Leaf New Roots Turn a New Leaf, Grow New Roots, Thrive in Life I'm a natural living advocate šŸŒ± enjoys gardening, tech mom, & loves US Made goods.
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08/17/2026

The biggest surprise was a 6-pound Brunswick cabbage, which I turned into homemade sauerkraut! Thereā€™s always something so rewarding about picking fresh produce from the garden after a long day at work. It truly brings me so much joy.

From planting tiny seeds to gathering food for our family, every harvest is a beautiful reminder of Godā€™s provision and the blessings of patience, hard work and growth.

07/29/2026

Today I pulled more carrots! Since many were starting to peek out of the ground, it was the perfect time to thin out the patch.

It was fun to see what was hiding beneath the soil. Some looked big from the top but turned out to be short, while others came out delightfully wonky. šŸ˜… That's the beauty of growing your own food, every harvest is a little surprise!

We steamed them for dinner, and they were sweet. There's something extra satisfying about enjoying vegetables you nurtured from tiny seeds to the dinner table. Every imperfect carrot reminds me that nature doesn't have to be picture- perfect to be wonderful.

What's the funniest-looking vegetable you've ever harvested?


07/18/2026

What would have taken me over an hour of digging and gathering potatoes was finished in just 30 minutes today because I had our girls helping with the harvest.

We harvested our purple potatoes, and as usual, the girls weren't just picking up potatoes? they were also collecting worm treats for the chickens! šŸ˜‚

These moments remind me that the harvest isn't just about what comes out of the ground. It's about the memories we grow together along the way. Grateful for another day in the garden and for willing helpers.

07/17/2026

Thereā€™s something so satisfying about gathering food straight from the backyard garden.

This weeks little harvest included a couple of cucumbers, lots of fresh greens, calendula blooms, sweet mini raspberries, jalapeƱos, and chives.
It may not be the biggest harvest, but every harvest reminds me of Godā€™s faithfulness. Big or small, every fruit, every bloom, and every bite is a blessing, and for that, Iā€™m truly grateful.

What are you harvesting from your garden this week?

07/13/2026

Harvest day at last!

I finally pulled up our garlic yesterday! I planted these cloves last fall on my birthday, and now they're ready to enjoy.

A good sign that garlic is ready to harvest is when the bottom 3ā€“5 leaves have turned brown while the upper leaves are still mostly green, or when the leaves begin developing yellow tips. Each leaf corresponds to a clove underground, so harvesting at the right time helps ensure the bulbs stay intact.

This year's garlic is smaller than last year's, but I'm not discouraged. This is the fourth year I've been saving and replanting cloves from previous harvests, and I'm thankful they're still producing. Every season teaches something new, and every harvest, big or small, is a blessing.

Now it's time to cure them and enjoy the fruits of another growing season.


07/12/2026

I love seeing my garden full and thriving. Every space is put to good use, and there's something so satisfying about beds overflowing with healthy plants.

But as much as I don't like seeing an empty garden bed, I know there's a time for everything, a time to plant and a time to pluck up what is planted.

Today it's time to say goodbye to my sweet peas. They've given us weeks of delicious, crunchy snacks while I worked in the garden and even while I was at my desk at work. I'm so grateful for every harvest! Now their season has come to an end, and they'll become a tasty treat for the chickens while making room for the next crop.

Gardening has a way of reminding me that every season has its purpose. Sometimes, letting go is what makes room for new growth.

07/04/2026

Itā€™s been a productive day out in the garden. I harvested green beans, young peas, and the last of the strawberries. I also planted adzuki beans and cowpeas, and transplanted some volunteer tomatoes that popped up on their own.

The girls helped mow the yard and cleaned up the bushes I w**d-whacked earlier to clear out invasive Asian vines. A full day of fresh air, teamwork, and getting things done on the land.

07/01/2026

Sarah and I planted peas back in April, and now sheā€™s finally enjoying the fruits of her labor.

I still remember how she only agreed to help if screen time was part of the deal šŸ˜… But in the process, she got to experience planting the seeds, watering them, watching them grow, and now harvesting and eating them fresh from the vine.

Sometimes the little bargains are worth it because the lessons and memories made along the way are priceless.

06/29/2026

Lunch time hits a little different when you grow your own food.
Being Asian means rice is non-negotiable, so yes, Iā€™m cooking rice at work for a hot lunch. šŸ˜„

Todayā€™s lunch is extra special with fresh picks from the garden this morning: sweet peas, green beans, cilantro, a jalapeƱo, and strawberries. Thereā€™s something so satisfying about eating what youā€™ve grown with your own hands. Fresh, simple, and full of gratitude. From garden to tableā€¦ even if the ā€œtableā€ is a desk at work.

06/29/2026

Itā€™s a beautiful evening at the lake , dinner with friends, watching the sunset, and the children splashing in the water. Moments like this remind me how important it is to slow down, rest, and soak in the simple joys of life after a long day of w**d whacking the yard yesterday.

Grateful for this peaceful time and the people to share it with.

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