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I hope you find our blog a gathering space to grow you and your family. Kick off your shoes, grab a cozy drink, and stay awhile. Our hope is that you find joy in every season.

Let's Grow Together,

Lauren

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Lauren Jackson

Sep 17
7 min

Culture Shock: I don't belong here

It's not just you, friend. I have found ostracized amongst friends, amongst family, in church groups, in work settings.

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Lauren Jackson

Aug 6, 2021
2 min

Goatin to Sell this Place

South Carolina farmhouse and homestead for sale, situated on 9.72 acres of picturesque rolling land.

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Lauren Jackson

Jun 17, 2021
6 min

Singleness is a Gift. Say What?!

I love this cup. But it makes me struggle. I struggle with being between Joel’s wife and the woman I am in this season of waiting and the...

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Lauren Jackson

Jun 10, 2021
7 min

An Adventure Meant to be Shared

In May, I went out the Pacific Northwest for the trip of a lifetime to Tillamook, Oregon.

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Lauren Jackson

Mar 20, 2021
2 min

Banana No Banana Pudding

This is probably the easiest recipe I'll ever blog, and yet it's the most delicious! This week we celebrated Joel's 32nd Birthday (in...

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Lauren Jackson

Feb 12, 2021
4 min

When Life Seems Heavy

Can I get real for a moment? The struggle is real. I feel depression seep into my bones. I feel sluggish. I feel unmotivated and...

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Lauren Jackson

Jan 13, 2021
1 min

Step 5: little by little

In this last and final step to goal-setting, I will help you break down your ONE big focus goal, into bite size chunks to make your goals fe

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Lauren Jackson

Jan 12, 2021
1 min

Step 4: writing goals that stick

Here are some tips to writing out your goals for success- goals that stick. So, go find a comfy quiet place, and dream BIG, friends!

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Lauren Jackson

Jan 11, 2021
2 min

Step 3: choosing a word for 2021

I was able to cope with grief and begin healing because I had a vision for my life, because I had a single word to focus on- grow.

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Lauren Jackson

Jan 7, 2021
2 min

Step 1: a flourishing mindset

you're going to learn how to create an abundant mindset of gratitude to be open to making big dreams with simple steps!

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Lauren Jackson

Jan 7, 2021
3 min

5 Steps to Flourish in 2021

I also really want you to understand the magnitude of setting yourself up for success by WRITING your goals for the year.

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Lauren Jackson

Nov 12, 2020
4 min

Tennessee: My 2nd Cosy Home

10 years ago this year, my dad bought a farm in Washburn, Tennessee with his business partner. They named it COSY Farms- for the acronym...

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5 Boundaries for Peopling through the Holidays

Lauren Jackson

Nov 5, 2020
8 min

5 Boundaries for Peopling through the Holidays

I want to encourage you, as always to seek joy in EVERY season- especially the holiday season. So, I've put together a list of 5 simple boun

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Lorie Ward

Oct 14, 2020
9 min

E-I-E-I-Oh!

When most people think of places they want to visit on their bucket list, a farm in Donalds, South Carolina (population 326) usually isn’t i

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Freddie's Yummy Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Frosting

Lauren Jackson

Sep 5, 2020
4 min

Freddie's Yummy Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Frosting

My boy turned 16 last month. Seriously?! His one request besides a new microphone to record on for his music production business was a vanil

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Lauren Jackson

Aug 28, 2020
11 min

Happy 2 Years, Freddie!!!

Today is the 2 year anniversary we brought Freddie into our family, so I thought it was time for a tribute to celebrate and an update.

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Lauren Jackson

Mar 24, 2020
2 min

9 DIY Plant-based Cleaners

Hey friends... so last week my sis, niece and I all re-stocked our DIY cleaners. I promised I would get you those recipes to make them...

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Guided Meditation: Personal Mission Statement

Lauren Jackson

Jan 8, 2020
6 min

Guided Meditation: Personal Mission Statement

It's no shocker that I'm totally a sucker for personal-growth, goal setting and daily practices that make my life a little less chaotic.

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Lauren Jackson

Dec 1, 2019
2 min

A Christmas Gift from Joel to Freddie

So every single Christmas, my husband would paint Christmas cards.This year these ornaments will buy a gift for Freddie from Joel.

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Lauren Jackson

Oct 4, 2019
3 min

The Path of Pursuing Freedom

Perhaps you feel held back by your life or circumstances. Perhaps you feel burdened by disbelief, failure and fears. This intent of this eve

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Lauren

food, farm, + crafts

I live for free-range living and beautiful, handmade things at a frugal-mama price. I love overcast days, personal growth, and winging life and business. I believe our best days are on the horizon and joy can be found in every season.

Kenzie

wellness + motherhood

I live for the messy motherhood moments. I am passionate about health and wellness, especially when it takes me to the great outdoors. I’m building a business while wiping boogies.

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Melissa

cultivating + motherhood

I live for life's adventures- great and small, for travel and making memories with my family. I love audiobooks, country living, and being a mom. I am passionate about loving kids from hard places. I believe daily gratitude and morning routines are keys to life.

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Lorie

travel

I love to share my adventures, stories, photos, my bucket list and my dreams with the hopes of inspiring others to chase their dreams and check off those bucket lists!

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