As much as I love spending every free waking moment around our little abode; enjoying the t-rex trundle of the chickies running around the yard, the sun baked sweetness of a newly ripened cherry tomato, the smell of fresh dirt rising after watering, and watching time pass before my eyes through the growth of squash … Continue reading
My dad is simply the best! Who else would request a surf and burrito for his Father’s Day activity of choice? And who else would dedicate an entire Thursday afternoon last week to teaching their daughter how to irrigate her raised beds?! I am beyond thankful for the many lessons, endless love and adventures! While … Continue reading
I was living in Hawaii in a small, cinder block apartment when I first decided I had to have chickens. I am not really sure where the desire came from, especially while barely able to house a house-plant, not to mention a denizen of the outdoors.. but once I had the vision of a couple … Continue reading
Nothing beats a sunny day along the coast during summer, and I can’t think of anything more devine after a long day at the beach than sitting on the porch with a refreshing drink, plucked from the garden! Today’s delight included some of my favorites: fresh mint, stevia leaves as sweetener, the citrus kick of … Continue reading
This past Monday, while wandering through the sleek technological hub that is the San Jose airport at 6 am, I looked down and realized that I stood out. While those around me donned the blazers and pumps synonymous with important business meetings, I realized that, while also dressed for work, I was wearing oversized rubber … Continue reading
I am home….at least for this week before setting sail next week again, this time out to sea! It feels stupendous to be back in the garden and get reacquainted with the now teenage version of the little sprouts and seeds I left 6 weeks ago. And while I plan to spend the remainder of the … Continue reading
When birthdays roll around, as they so often do, I have found myself increasingly striving to create something meaningful and natural as opposed to what society tells us should be a consumer enterprise. Case in point, I had the idea to give a mini green house to my amazing mom. As someone who has consumed a … Continue reading
Easily one of my favorite garden activities involves plucking plants and immersing them in warm water to create a herbal tea treat! This spring I have already been able to reap the rewards of abundant rain and sun by harvesting the now overabundant crimson clover, red clover and chamomile that have recently sprung up! As I may … Continue reading
For any aspiring seed hoping to spread its leaves and grow, the most important first step is extending roots. In addition to providing nourishment, roots provide stability- creating a solid base on which to grow. So too it goes for those roots you establish growing up. This past weekend, I was able to escape the heat and 12 hour … Continue reading
Surfside Seeds 