I’ve made a few pickles in the last few years and honestly, canning pickles is probably one of the easiest things to make with garden produce. There are really not a lot of places to go wrong so you get success every time. All you need are a few basic ingredients and some fresh cucumbers…
I recently took a trip to Glendale, Kentucky, and this little town knows how to charm visitors. Tucked just outside of Elizabethtown, Glendale may be small, but it is the perfect place if you love antiques, vintage vibes, and a good treasure hunt. This post includes affiliate links. Booths, Bargains & Color-Coded Charm When you…
I’ve always loved the process of planning a road trip—digging into Roadside America, browsing Roadtrippers, checking out local city Instagram accounts, and falling down the rabbit hole of deep Google searches. There’s something fun about hunting for those quirky stops and offbeat attractions that make a trip truly memorable. But now, thanks to AI tools…
One of my favorite things to grow in the garden is okra. I love it fried, pickled, and cooked up in jambalaya or gumbo. It’s such an easy vegetable to grow and preserve. Here are some of my favorite ways to preserve okra for all-year enjoyment. This post includes affiliate links. It’s Okra Season The…
The Aviation Museum of Kentucky in Lexington is one of those places that’s absolutely worth a return visit. We took the kids there years ago, and this past week, my son headed back to check it out again—and came home talking about how much there is to see and experience. It’s been about ten years…
If you live on a farm or spend any amount of time outdoors in the summer, you know that bugs are just part of the deal. Out here, we deal with mosquitoes, ticks, flies—you name it. I’ve always kept the traditional bug sprays on hand, but lately I’ve added some new products to help fight…
Are you in the Campbellsville, Kentucky area looking for a quick road trip adventure that doesn’t require a lot of hiking or major investment of time? Tebb’s Bend-Green River Bridge Battlefield may be just the side trip for you. Located just 10 minutes outside of Campbellsville, it’s a short trip out to some restful places….
I’ve wanted to add a water feature to my garden area for a long time but didn’t want to spend any money on it. I inherited a pump from my parents a few years ago but couldn’t quite get it to work right with the pots and buckets I have. But recently, I got it…
I’ve always loved to travel, and my travel dreams have taken me to 46 states so far. I’m looking forward to checking off the last four on my list. Over the years, we’ve explored by car, stopped at quirky roadside attractions, discovered hidden gems, and made some unforgettable memories along the way. This post includes…