Jost Van Dyke: What I’d Tell a Friend
At just three square miles and with an on-island population of about 500 people, Jost Van Dyke is tiny. There are no…
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Building My Cottage Garden One Season at a Time
I’ve always been drawn to the outdoors. Whether we are traveling somewhere beautiful, sitting on our porch at home, or simply taking…
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What My First Garden Taught Me
This past summer, I planted my very first kitchen garden. I’ve always loved the idea of growing my own vegetables and herbs-…
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Our St. John Favorites We Never Skip
If you’ve spent more than five minutes around me, you’ve probably heard me talk about St. John. We’ve been several times now,…
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The Simple Things That Get Us Outside
For a long time, I thought the best way to feel refreshed was to go somewhere. Give me a beautiful beach, a…
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My Favorite Places to Snorkel in St. John
There are some places you love so much you return again and again. For us, St. John is one of those places….
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The Summer My Basil Finally Thrived
Basil and I have historically had a complicated relationship. For years, I would plant it with the best intentions and high hopes,…
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Before You Buy That Plant, Check This First
One of my favorite things to do in the spring is wander through a local garden center. If you’re anything like me,…
