recent posts
Homemade Creamy Cashew Butter…and what to make with it
I owe it all to my friend Shane. Years ago she suggested I give cashew butter a try and I thought, “Sure, why not?” That is, until I saw how…
Review: Subpod Vermicomposting System
Sadly, the Subpod company is going out of business as of 2024 in the United States. The products are still great but will become increasingly harder to find. And I’m…
The Field Guide Challenge
This spring I was sitting in the garden with my permaculture consultant Mark, chatting about all things food forest. As we were absorbing the sights, sounds and smells around us,…
Ten Days in Maui
This article was written in 2022 and has not been updated since the devastating fires in Lahaina in 2023. Some of the businesses listed here may no longer exist. When…
5 Products I Love
I have a bit of a problem. I abhor shopping but my type-A personality feels the need to research every product I buy, sometimes for hours or days! Seriously, I…
Healing Herbal Tea Blends
Many moons ago I slowly started learning about the healing benefits of botanicals. What goes into our bodies affects our bodies – energy levels, the ability or inability to sleep,…
living & learning intentionally
The world around us in incredible, and every day is an opportunity to learn something new.
I’m a lifelong learner who finds joy and connection through nature and animals. I strive to live intentionally, to find beauty around me and to be a compassionate human. ‘Dragonfly Dreams’ is a passion project where I share cool things I’ve learned. Come learn with me!