Guest Post by Sarah Farley “If I should fall even a thousand times a day, a thousand times, with peaceful repentance, I will say immediately, Nunc Coepi [now I begin].”— Venerable Bruno Lanteri At 34 years old, 20 weeks pregnant with my first child, and heavier and less fit than I’ve been in years, I almost talked myself out of starting this project. Not the right season,  I told myself. Not the right time.  But then I realized—that voice wasn’t truth. It was Resistance. Stev

By The Bubbles Guy The Rhubarb French 75  — tart, floral, and sparkling. When the garden gives you the last of its rhubarb harvest, it’s time to turn it into something extraordinary. This Rhubarb French 75 blends jewel-toned rhubarb syrup, elderflower gin, and sparkling wine for a cocktail that’s equal parts elegant and playful. At Bubbles Don’t Count , we believe sparkling wine isn’t just for big celebrations — it’s for the everyday moments that sparkle, too. Step 1: Make th

There’s something timeless about a good scoop of ice cream — especially when it’s made with the same care and joy as it was 80 years ago. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream . Born in the summer of 1945, Alice Handel started her little ice cream legacy right out of her backyard garden in Youngstown, Ohio. Using fruit she’d grown herself and recipes she’d perfected with love, she created something special — the kind of ice cream that makes you cl

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that Halloween isn’t just for the kids. Sure, they get the candy, but we get the fun —and that includes getting a little creative in the kitchen. Whether you’re hosting a costume party, corralling little trick-or-treaters, or just watching a scary movie with the lights turned down low, these easy Halloween snacks are guaranteed to steal the show. They’re festive, kid-approved, and best of all—no fancy tools or cauldrons r

Some places you visit to see the sights. Others, you visit to feel something. The Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens in Encinitas, California  is one of those rare gems where beauty and peace come together, wrapping around you the moment you step inside. 🌿 Learn more: Self-Realization Fellowship Encinitas Temple A Garden for Stillness As soon as I walked through the gates, I noticed what wasn’t  there. No chatter, no phones buzzing, no coffee cups in hand. The ru

From 2025’s trending costumes to handmade favorites from Halloweens past, join me for a little sparkle, nostalgia, and family fun this spooky season.

If you’ve strolled through downtown Gilbert, you’ve probably noticed the little gem that is Studio 223 . It’s more than just a shop —...

Guest Post by Sarah Farley “If walking were a pill, it would be the most impactful pill we’ve ever had in all of modern medicine.”— Dr....

Football season has its own rhythm in our house. The jerseys come out of the closet, the TV gets claimed early, and the kitchen turns into my personal tailgate station. Somewhere between the pre-game chatter and the final whistle, there’s always food — not just any food, but the kind that makes everyone lean back, sigh, and say, “Now that’s a game-day spread.” And here’s the secret: it doesn’t all have to be heavy, fried, or dripping with cheese (though we’ll save room for a

Guest Post by Julie Espalin As a mom of three, cooking was always a chore. I found it exhausting trying to come up with three nutritious...

Some recipes are just meant to be on repeat — and in our house, these chicken lettuce wraps are exactly that. Light, fresh, and just...

There’s something magical about walking into a place where food scraps and “waste” get transformed into life-giving soil. That’s exactly...

By Troy Farley If you’re curious about 75 Hard, start by listening to Andy Frisella’s MFCEO Project, Episode 290 , where he explains the...

"Margin restores balance and restores our soul." — James Bryan Smith, The Good and Beautiful God Why Margin Matters Imagine opening a...

What a heartwarming journey—from planting cucumbers to harvesting and transforming them into delicious bread-and-butter pickles alongside...

The idea of a Bloom Bar was born When planning a baby shower, the goal is always the same: to create a celebration full of love,...

Sometimes, the best moments in life aren’t planned — they just happen . With the Arizona heat in full swing, we packed up the car and...

Only the Strong Survive the Heat If you’ve ever tried gardening in the middle of a scorching summer, you’ll know it feels a little like...

The Mystery of the Golden Raisins Some ingredients sneak up on you. You’ve probably walked past golden raisins a hundred times in the...

Some recipes call to you. They don’t just whisper from the pages of a cookbook — they practically wave their arms and shout, “Make me...