Seasons of Healing

 Let me tell you a story… It all started with a wagon full of grass clippings. I had mowed the yard and tossed the clippings in there with every intention of dumping them in my compost pile. But, like most of my well-meaning intentions, I got busy... and forgot. Then it rained. Then I forgot again. Next thing I know, I walk past the wagon and catch a whiff of what can only be described as fermented cow manure meets lawn smoothie . 🤢 And in that exact moment, I had a lightbulb moment:💡💡💡💡 “Wait... is this gross liquid actually good for the garden?” 🧏🏼‍♀️ Turns out? It kind of was. From Forgotten Funk to Fertilizer Gold That smelly wagon stew was actually a form of accidental compost tea . And while I wouldn't recommend dumping it straight onto delicate plants (trust me, it needs to be diluted), it was rich in nutrients—and I used it on my compost pile and around some tougher plants. Lazy win #1. But here’s where things really took off. 🌾 Straw = Not My Best Friend ...

 “What if laughter could grow like flowers? What if bugs could teach kids about big emotions, confidence, and kindness—right from the soil up? That’s the heartbeat behind Giggles in the Garden , and we’re just getting started.” What Is Giggles in the Garden ? A new YouTube channel for kids and parents Combines funny animal clips + emotional lessons + nature-based characters Created with healing, learning, and laughter in mind Gentle, safe, and soul-nurturing—especially for kids who’ve experienced hard things What You Can Expect: Weekly videos featuring characters like Doug the Slug and Bree the Bee Educational AND emotional tools—without kids realizing they’re learning Free and affordable printables (coloring pages, activity sheets) Garden stories that build self-worth, mindfulness, and joy A healing space for parents, too—because your heart matters  Why We Created It: Because your child deserves tools to feel empowered Because healing d...

 Hello friends, Today, I’m sitting in my garden house, sorting seeds and sorting through memories. 🌱✨ In the very first episode of Rooted on YouTube, I’m opening up about childhood trauma—what it is, how it shapes us, and how we can begin to heal. For a long time, I didn’t even realize I was carrying the weight of childhood trauma. It showed up in ways I never expected: the people-pleasing, the anxiety, the feeling like I always had to prove my worth. Maybe you’ve felt those patterns too. Here’s what I shared in the video: ✅ How to Know If You Have Childhood Trauma Feeling unworthy or ashamed for no reason Struggling with boundaries Toxic relationship patterns Anxiety, depression, or physical symptoms like chronic pain Feeling disconnected from your emotions ✅ Ways to Cope and Heal Acknowledge your pain without judgment Use grounding practices like gardening or time in nature Start therapy or talk to safe, supportive people Reparent yourself—give...