by Jaimi Erickson | Aug 3, 2026 | activities
Hand a child a pile of flowers and something predictable happens. They don’t sort by species or think about symmetry. They go straight for colour, grabbing whatever catches their eye first, then adjusting by feel rather than by rule. The result rarely looks like...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jun 30, 2026 | quick tip
Picture this: you come back from a crazy week — soccer practice, grocery runs, that work deadline you barely survived — and your lazy Mom’s garden is somehow still blooming. No wilted petals. No brown, crispy leaves. Just color, life, and zero guilt....
by Jaimi Erickson | Nov 25, 2025 | quick tip
Creating a garden that supports pollinators and local wildlife begins with thoughtful planning and consistent care. Many gardeners start with basic tools like an expandable garden hose to maintain reliable watering, which is one of the most important factors in...
by Jaimi Erickson | Oct 9, 2025 | parenting
If you’ve ever handed a child a packet of seeds, you’ve probably watched their excitement turn into curiosity and, soon after, a quiet kind of waiting. Gardening with kids is one of those simple activities that brings learning and connection together. It doesn’t...
by Jaimi Erickson | Mar 31, 2025 | homemaking
A herbarium is a library for plants, where each page holds a dried and preserved plant specimen. It’s a wonderful project for anyone interested in nature, from students and hobbyists to researchers. If you are interested in learning what a herbarium is, why it...
