Mama Cat takes a vacation
Eliza Blue has been worried about Mama Cat for months as she vanished shortly after being spayed. Fortunately, she was just on vacation.
Garden’s bounty requires preparation
It’s that time of year again — time to put up your garden goods or say goodbye to whatever is left.
Enjoy the splendor of autumn
Eliza Blue ponders the splendor of autumn.
Nature chooses the riches it provides you
The truth is Northern Plains gardening is a gamble from start to finish. Eliza Blue weighs in on this season's harvest.
Our script is always just as it should be
Eliza Blue is struck by the simplicity and beauty of telling herself, “You are making too big a deal of this.”
Sacrifices of parenthood greatly rewarded
Yes, parenthood requires sacrifice, but what else would be expected when what is accomplished is nothing less than a miracle.
Harvest chores a reminder we live in easier times
There is much to be gained from remembering and embracing tradition. Namely, that we are very lucky to live when and how we do.
Road trip ends surprisingly safely
Eliza Blue counts her blessings following an abrupt end to her journey spanning 12 days, five states and 2,700 miles.
Traveling west and living a patchwork life
Eliza Blue is living and appreciating every second of her patchwork life with her children in tow.
Take time to notice the perfection
Eliza Blue realizes that perfection is waiting in the quiet of tall rustling grass, the last morning star, the golden faces of late summer flowers.
