February is the shortest month of the year and for me, that makes it sacred. It’s a month that doesn’t ask to be rushed through, even though it often is. The cold lingers, the days are still quiet, and spring feels close enough to hope for but far enough to wait on. This year, instead […]

January in West Michigan is quiet and still. Snow blankets the ground, the garden is asleep, and A Gentle Reset for the New Year January arrives with a lot of noise.New diets. New rules. New pressure to overhaul everything overnight. But here in West Michigan, January is still winter, deep winter. The ground is frozen, […]

There’s something special about living in West Michigan. We get to experience all four seasons in their fullest—fresh springs, sunny summers, crisp autumns, and cozy winters. Each season brings its own flavors, and one of my favorite ways to slow down and connect with this rhythm is through seasonal eating. This year, I’m starting a new […]