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Lessons from Baking
I believe that humans have a natural inclination to create. Unfortunately, our precious time is often highjacked by our phones, TV, and the busy as hell American lifestyle. How often have you told yourself you would love to learn a new skill, but you don’t have the time? However, if you were to make the…
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The Final Harvest
We did not have much of a garden this year. After a late start we managed to get a few tomato plants in the ground as well as a very underperforming squash. The only thing that has grown well has been the herb garden, which I plan on expanding next year. Despite our lackluster effort…
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Six Unconventional Spooky Season Movies
I find my favorite spooky movies are not necessarily “Horror” movies. Instead, I like films that are a little strange and have a supernatural or magical element. I also enjoy historical horrors like The Witch or The Wind. Instead of listing my favorite movies to watch this time of year I thought I would make…
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Real Life Moments
When thinking about what I wanted to write on my last blog I had the idea of curating a photo journal of the process of making a yarrow balm. It would include photos of myself in a long dress foraging from a sunlit meadow and a series of photos documenting the process start to finish.…
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Desert Daisy Face Oil
I spend a lot of time in the hot desert sun, which does a number on my skin, this has led me to be a sucker for all things natural skincare. Give me hydrating creams, serums, and body oil, and I will treat myself to a beauty routine that would make Aphrodite proud. It seems…
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The New Normal
Thank you to all the first responders, medical worker, and service people who keep going to work. You keep the rest of us safe, healthy, and fed during this difficult time. I know that this is a very hard time for so many families, everyone has their own struggles, and no matter how much we…
Bit of Betsy 