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Bonnie's interests include hiking, a passion she nurtured while living in Upstate New York, and cooking, gardening, and home decorating. These hobbies allow her to express her creativity and connect with nature, providing a well-rounded balance to her busy life. Through her professional achievements, community involvement, and personal pursuits, she embodies a holistic approach to life, dedicated to service, growth, and well-being.

A 2020 survey from the American Journal of Agricultural Economics revealed that Americans waste 30 to 40% of their food each year. What if leftover kitchen scraps, rotting food, and other food waste could be turned into something much more economical? Rich soil for your garden via composting.  While the data is old, a 2014 …

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Gardening has a rich storied history that showcases its importance far beyond pretty flowers and tasty tomatoes. One inspiring era for gardening in the U.S. was in the mid-1940s when Victory Garden came to fruition. Also known as war gardens, these plots of land became lifelines during World War II when people’s resilience was tested …

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If your bathroom is starting to resemble a “before” photo, it’s a clear sign that it’s time for a deep clean. For most people, though, the thought of scrubbing every corner often feels like signing up to endure harsh chemicals. You may even be considering a hazmat suit for this spring’s bathroom deep cleaning. It’s …

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Some say your home is your castle, but that doesn’t always necessarily mean it is the safest it could be. The truth is, even the coziest homes can have vulnerabilities that you might not have even realized. After speaking directly with experts in home security and maintenance, we’ve gathered some invaluable insights to help you …

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Baseboards are one of those household features that seem to attract dust like a magnet. They’re easy to overlook, but once you notice the buildup, it’s hard to ignore. If you’ve ever struggled with keeping them clean, Nicole The Nomad on YouTube shares a simple hack using a dryer sheet and your vacuum cleaner that might …

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Spring is right around the corner, and that means hills, meadows, and green spaces will soon be bursting to life with all sorts of stunning wildflowers! From majestic bluebonnets painting the Texas countryside to golden sunflowers swaying under the California Sun, there will be beauty pretty much everywhere you look! Of course, these stunning blooms …

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Roses are a garden favorite for a reason. Their lush blooms, signature fragrance, and timeless beauty make them stand out in any space. The University of Missouri Integrated Pest Management Department states that Americans purchase approximately 1.2 billion cut roses annually and estimates that gardeners worldwide buy about 150 million rose plants each growing season! But …

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Starting a garden should be an exciting and rewarding experience, not an overwhelming one. For many home gardeners, the thought of starting tomatoes and peppers from seed can feel intimidating. Traditionally, these warm-weather crops required weeks of indoor care — seed trays, grow lights, and careful transplanting — to get a head start before the …

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If your kitchen cabinets are cluttered with cans, you know how frustrating it can be to keep everything organized — especially if you have a small kitchen and no pantry. Cans get stacked, labels disappear, and before you know it, you’re buying yet another can of diced tomatoes because you didn’t see the three you …

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Gardening is an art, not a science. At least, that’s the vibe you get watching @Gardenary by Nicole Johnsey Burke on YouTube, where she sometimes flips the rulebook upside down with her wonderfully “weird” garden hacks (that is if you’re used to following the standard rules of gardening). Burke is sharing proof that there’s no …

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