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Raspberry Lavender Scones (gluten-free & vegan)
This quick and easy allergy-friendly summer scone recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
Aug 19, 20242 min read


10 Must-See Attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood
Come along with us for a tour of 10 must-see attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood!
Apr 3, 20247 min read

Part 3: Driving the Pacific Coast: A Bucket List Trip from Seattle to Los Angeles - California
There were so many fantastic sights in Washington and Oregon that it was hard not to linger, but California is always an experience I'm...
Mar 15, 20246 min read


Part 2: Driving the Pacific Coast: A Bucket List Trip from Seattle to Los Angeles - Oregon
After our time Washington, we headed for the epic grandeur of the Oregon Coast. Come along with us for part two of our bucket list...
Mar 11, 20245 min read


Part 1: Driving the Pacific Coast: A Bucket List Trip from Seattle to Los Angeles - Washington
Before we took the plunge and moved from the Northeast to Washington, we embarked on a fact finding trip. Even though it was deep covid,...
Mar 2, 20244 min read


Four Tips to Keep you Alive on a Winter Hike
L to R: Thoreau Bridge and a slushy portion of the trail that was ice a few hours later We're now fledgling PNWers (or Upper Lefters, as...
Jan 18, 20244 min read


24 Festive Hours in Vancouver: Family-friendly Edition
Since our first family trip last year for one of Keith's shows, Vancouver has joined the ranks of annual family traditions along with...
Dec 27, 20236 min read


Experience Christmas in a Bavarian Village... without leaving Washington
Can you imagine spending Christmas in a Bavarian village without having to leave the United States? It's a tall order, but one that the...
Dec 3, 20234 min read


Tight on Time & Low on Inspiration? Try this Brilliant Mini-Hike
At times, our little crew finds itself in dire need of nature and inspiration but short on time, which is where mini hikes come in. We...
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Exploring Halloweentown: A Must-Visit Destination for Fans of Disney's Witchy Movie Series
Did you know that Halloweentown (yes, that Halloweentown) is an actual place that you can visit whether or not you have magical...
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Hidden Gems: A Guide to the Small Towns of the Upper Kitsap Peninsula
We had the loveliest time getting lost this weekend on the Kitsap Peninsula. While we originally had a full day planned in Edmonds, we...
Oct 11, 20234 min read


Mocktail, cocktail: Gardencrafted Syrup, Flower, and Drink Recipes
One of our favorite garden surprises this year has been the discovery that we're growing everything we need to make delicious drinks. A...
Sep 29, 20234 min read

Mount Rainier for Beginners
If you, like us, have been yearning to hike Mount Rainer but are daunted by the vast number of options (which trail(s) to take? Can you...
Sep 2, 20238 min read


Radiant Raspberry Rhubarb Jam
Why make jam when there are so many delicious pre-made jams and jellies out there? Three reasons: Because nothing tastes as sweet as...
Aug 22, 20233 min read


Crystal Mining & Waterfall Chasing in the Cascades
We are always on the hunt for off-the-beaten-path adventures, so when we came across a hike claiming to offer natural crystal mining, we...
Aug 20, 20236 min read


Dueling Devil's Punchbowls (Oregon & Washington)
It's a bit strange to "review" something nature-made because it's all glorious. In my opinion, pretty much anything humans haven't...
Aug 8, 20233 min read


Sweet as Pie: The Most Delicious (gluten free & vegan) Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe
Bella and I made our first garden-grown pie earlier this month. It impressed our harshest test-kitchen critic (Keith) and was such a hit...
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Tide Pooling Puget Sound
Since moving to the PNW, we've developed a few new interests. The latest is keeping an eye on the tide tables in anticipation of a...
Jul 14, 20234 min read


To the Badlands! How To Road Trip South Dakota Like a Pro
South Dakota is a patchwork of cornfields, dry earth, and straight talk. There are some wonderfully unique sights, from surreal...
Jun 29, 20237 min read


Iris Painting
Last month, we stumbled onto a new art project—painting with pigments from our garden. I’d love to tell you that it was premeditated but...
Jun 24, 20232 min read
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