THE LITTLE BLOOM JOURNAL

Stories from the garden & beyond

Wander in and explore by subject and season — gardening tips, beautiful places and timeless ideas for home, all in one cozy place.

GARDEN

In the Garden

The garden is where it all began. Here you'll find flower and gardening tips, seasonal inspiration, my favorite plants, garden projects and honest lessons I'm learning along the way. Whether you're just getting started or have been gardening for years, I hope you'll find ideas and encouragement to help your own garden bloom.

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My 10 Favorite Flowers (And Why I Love Them)
My 10 Favorite Flowers (And Why I Love Them)

Some of these are easy annuals, some are faithful perennials that return year after year, and a few hold special memories. Together, they’ve helped make my garden one of my favorite places to be. I hope they inspire you to discover a few favorites of your own! 

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10 Native Missouri Flowers I Love
10 Native Missouri Flowers I Love

Whether you’re creating a dedicated native garden or simply adding a few favorites to your flower beds, these are the Missouri natives that have completely won my heart.

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10 Easy Herbs I Love Growing Every Summer
10 Easy Herbs I Love Growing Every Summer

Most herbs are surprisingly easy to grow, and many can be used in the kitchen, tucked into bouquets, or simply enjoyed in the garden. Whether you’re planting a large raised bed or just a few pots on your porch, these are the herbs I find myself growing again and again.

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TRAVEL

On the Road

Some of my greatest inspiration comes from exploring beautiful places. From charming small towns and National Parks to public gardens and hidden gems, I'll be sharing the destinations that spark creativity and remind me to slow down and appreciate the beauty around us.

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My Journey to Visit All 63 U.S. National Parks
My Journey to Visit All 63 U.S. National Parks

What started as wanting to see more of the country eventually turned into a family goal: visit all 63 U.S. National Parks. And because our daughter is growing up much faster than I’d like to admit, we decided we’d love to visit all 63 before she turns 18.

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My 10 Favorite States I’ve Visited So Far
My 10 Favorite States I’ve Visited So Far

These are the places that have stuck with me and that I’d happily visit again and again. And because we still have so much of the country left to explore, I’m reserving the right to change this list. 

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10 Charming Small Towns I’ve Loved Along the Way
10 Charming Small Towns I’ve Loved Along the Way

Some of my favorite places we’ve discovered while traveling haven’t necessarily been the places we set out to see. Our journey to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks has taken us through so many beautiful parts of the country, and somewhere along the way, I’ve developed a serious love for charming little towns.

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HOME DECOR

I believe our homes should reflect the same beauty and comfort we find in nature. Here I'll share timeless decorating ideas, seasonal styling, favorite finds and simple ways to create a home that feels warm, welcoming and uniquely yours.

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My Favorite Garden & Home Finds
My Favorite Garden & Home Finds

I love pieces that feel collected rather than perfectly coordinated. Things that have a little age, texture and character. And if it can hold flowers or a plant? Even better.

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Decorating Through the Seasons: Simple Ways to Let Your Home Reflect the Time of Year
Decorating Through the Seasons: Simple Ways to Let Your Home Reflect the Time of Year

When it comes to seasonal decorating, I tend to take a softer approach. I’m not usually drawn to decorations that immediately announce what season it is. Instead, I like making small changes that reflect what’s happening outside.

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A Collector of Beauty: The Little Things That Make a House Feel Like Home
A Collector of Beauty: The Little Things That Make a House Feel Like Home

I’ve never wanted our house to feel like everything was purchased at once or chosen because it perfectly matched. I want it to feel collected, comfortable and personal. Most of all, I want it to feel like us. 

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