The Journal

A seasonal record of growing, making, and living — documenting gardens in progress, skills learned through practice, and the philosophy behind why any of it matters.

From Raised Beds to Potager
Gardening, Living, Making Shannon Foster-Boline Gardening, Living, Making Shannon Foster-Boline

From Raised Beds to Potager

What began as a handful of raised beds slowly grew into something more intentional—a potager designed for daily use, food production, and beauty. This entry traces the evolution from practical beginnings to a garden that became central to how we live at Hilltop.

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Seeds Are Scary
Gardening Shannon Foster-Boline Gardening Shannon Foster-Boline

Seeds Are Scary

Seeds aren’t actually scary — but they can feel that way. This is about why that fear exists, and how a little understanding (and grace) can change everything.

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