Thursday, October 1, 2015
Her Universe $50 Gift Card Giveaway -hosted by Angie at MySoCalledChaos-
Wow, October already? This year is flying by at warp speed, but at least I have an awesome crew to accompany me on this fast-paced journey! An awesome crew of fangirls who have teamed up with My So-Called Chaos to bring you a fun and nerdy group giveaway for the month of September-a $50 gift card to Her Universe!
Her Universe is a website filled with geek clothing, jewelry, and what they call "everyday cosplay." Angie chose them (this is not sponsored by them at all-just Angie and her fab sponsors-like me!) for our Group Giveaway this month mostly because she just got back from Salt Lake Comic Con and she's still geeking out, but also because they have a lot of gorgeous nerdy plus-sized items too. We love a company that supports all sizes with cute clothing. It's not just for us fangirls, they also have nerd clothing for kids and men too!
Since we're going geek this month, Angie asked us sponsors what we geek out about-here's what we had to say:
"We're Harry Potter fans. We love having marathons with our cousins on Saturday nights while under the blankets drinking homemade butter beer #sorrynotsorry" - Emilie & Laura from Burke Does.
"I am one of those people who can get lost in a book and be crying over fictional characters with no shame at all. Give me Jane Austen, Harry Potter, or even Charles Dickens, and I'm there!" - Christine from Christine Everyday.
"Right now, I'd say the biggest thing I nerd out about would be my ever-growing Funko collection. It all started out so innocently - a few on the rare side My Little Pony Funko collectibles found their way onto my shelves thanks to some awesome friends. Next thing I knew, I was collecting more and more Funko products - specifically Funko Pop figurines from every corner of the nerdiverse. I think that's what makes me nerd out so hardcore for them - they cover ALL the fandoms! Must. Collect. Them. All." - Kimi from Kimi Who.
"I nerd out about something that may seem a little odd.. I love seeds! I go on too many heirloom vegetable, fruit and herb seed shopping sprees; always looking for something more rare than the last gem I found. When my seeds start to grow, I talk to them and tell them how lovely they are, I do.. And, that's my weird nerd out!" - Bethany from Stella Kenton Body Shop.
"I nerd out about books! I am obsessed with finding new things to read and spend way too much time stalking Goodreads and the library. I also tend to brag to anyone who will listen when I'm #1 on a book request list at the library!" - Brittany from Your Friend Brittany.
Want to participate in next month's awesome community feature and giveaway like this one? Well you can-just sign up for an ad spot on the My So-Called Chaos sponsor page-and don't forget to take 23% off your ad for Fall by using the code MABON at checkout. You'll love working with Angie!
One lucky winner will win a $50 Gift Card to Her Universe where they can pick out their very own geek wear or everyday cosplay. Giveaway is open worldwide, ends at 12AM on October 13th, and entering below agrees to all the terms and conditions within the rafflecopter widget. Giveaway entries will be verified, no false or giveaway only accounts.
Friday, July 17, 2015
Planning for a Fall Heirloom Garden
It's time to start planning for the fall garden! I've got a large variety of organic heirloom seeds to pick through and I'm wondering what are your favorite fall and winter vegetables? What do you like to eat when there's a chill in the air? I'm longing for something new and different that can grow in 40-70*F temperatures. So far I have Alaska Shelling Peas, Late Flat Dutch Cabbage (these things are monsters, 10-15 lbs each!), Leeks, Cream of the Crop Winter Squash, Waltham 29 Broccoli, Preococe D'Argenteuil Asparagus, Red Onions, Yellow Onions, Pie Pumpkins (already planted) and various Greens.
I live in Zone 8a and have fairly mild winters so I'm able to easily overwinter a lot of different hardy plants. However, for those that can't, I set up a little guide of starting/transplanting dates for the most popular fall crops.
:Plant Name: :Start Seeds: :Transplant: :Spacing:
Broccoli 8-12 weeks before 1st frost 4-6 weeks before 1st frost 8-10 in apart
Cabbage 8-12 weeks before 1st frost 4-6 weeks before 1st frost 20-24 in apart
Carrots Direct Sow 8-10 weeks before 1st frost 3-4 in apart
Winter Squash Direct Sow mid July - early August 2-3 feet apart
Peas Direct Sow 8-10 weeks before 1st frost 2-3 in apart
You can find your specific frost dates here.
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Help me in my journey to having my own Organic CSA
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Help me in my journey to having my own Organic CSA
Monday, June 29, 2015
On to the Next Step!
Well, I did it. I actually did it. I made the leap from dream to hopeful reality.
I set up a GoFundMe to help me expand the garden and future areas for the chickens and other livestock across the street where we're building our house.
I moved here with the intention of having a garden large enough to be able to donate and sell our organic heirloom produce for cheaper than most. I want to make natural healthy living within reach and affordable for everyone around me. It's time to start. There's no time like the present and the present moves quickly.
I feel like I've done something crazy. A GoFundMe? Really? Me? Yup. I did that, I am doing it. Maybe crazy isn't what I'm feeling, maybe it's excitement. Excitement for finally going for it. I'm taking a leap of faith here and it's not just the GoFundMe; I'm finally taking the steps to move on to the next phase of my life. I'm expanding my animals, my stock pile of garden equipment and seeds, I've got a folder full of plans and drawings for my new area across the street. There will be more chickens and hopefully some pigs, a 3000 sqft garden area and my own cute little farmstand.
I'm excited. That's all I can say.
Friday, June 19, 2015
Just a small farm update
I know I said "I'm back!!" but, while it is true, it is also becoming apparent to me and others that I'm not spending much time online anymore.
I think it's been the lifestyle change. I'm no longer living in the fast paced Cleveland; I'm on a farm in the middle of Georgia! I have satellite internet with data limits (who knew that was a thing?!) and at first it was hard to only use 15 gigs a month, but now I'm lucky if I even use 10. I can still google, pin and do all that stuff freely but no videos, no Netflix and so help me if I accidentally miss a video ad playing and don't pause it (bye bye 1gb of data!) The data isn't what's keeping me away, though. It's outside. It's the heat, the sun, the garden, the chickens, everything.. I like it this way.
We've been pretty busy on the farm. I've got chickens laying delicious 100% pastured organic eggs every day and an organic heirloom garden that is beginning to thrive. I'm hoping that I'll have a cute little farm-stand set up in 2-3 weeks, depending on my harvest dates.
My goal is to be here two times a week with updates on our new organic life. I'll be seein y'all soon!
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
I'm back!
Hey y'all! It's been quite a while since I've last written and so much has changed!
For starters, we moved. We live in Georgia now on a beautiful 90 acre farm. We have chickens, a donkey named Jack and an organic/non-gmo, heirloom fruit and vegetable garden. We are staying in my parents empty home while we build our house across the street. Olivia is enrolled in ballet classes and is loving the freedom she has to be a kid in nature. Joe has a job he loves and he's excelling; I'm so proud of him.
I'm excited to be able to share our new life experiences with everyone, some gardening tips, heirloom variety recipes and of course a few giveaways.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Fall Favorites Pt. 2
It really does feel like fall in Cleveland today! I don't even mind that it's gray..
It's the perfect weather for the second part of my fall favorites!
Today I'll be sharing some super cute and cozy fall fashions and accessories.
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| Crochet Slippers / Leg Warmers from Africancrab on Etsy |
| Leather Handbag from NeedIt // Storenvy |
| Cupid Arrow Frame Sunglasses on Lulla |
| Mossimo Bow Belt from Target |
| Minnetonka Cally Slipper on Zappos |
| Geometric Lace Vintage Cardigan from anzipanzdesigns // Storenvy |
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Happy First!
It's September! I can hardly believe it, but I am kind of excited..
With fall comes sweater weather, pretty colors, comforting smells, pumpkin spice lattes, fall beer, boots, and football parties.
Another great thing coming this fall is change. A lot of change for me, my little family, and my business. We want to move south (most likely Duluth/Norcross/Sugar Hill, GA area.) To do that we need to majorly cut back on expenses so we'll be able to comfortably move into a larger home before Olivia starts kindergarten 1 year and 11 months from now.
I'm also transforming my business. I'm going to start my own website and hopefully begin to expand my presence in the beauty and skin care world.
I see a lot of stress in my future, but that's okay because at the end of that stress I'm hoping to be in a better (warmer) place.
This week's posts:
Tues: Part 2 of my Fall Favorites
Wed: August Goals Update/September Goals
Fri: August/September Sponsor Highlights
Oh, and....
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