Hello, my name is Joy! I’m a mother of 4 and a natural-born farm girl with a lifelong fascination for herbs, plants, animals, and life in general. Over the past 15 years, I’ve traveled through Mexico and the central U.S., learning about natural medicine, local cooking, working with beautiful plants and herbs, and caring for animals along the way. I started this space to connect, learn, and share the joys of apothecary and homemaking, all from a kitchen-centered perspective — balancing children, creating a natural lifestyle, and embracing simple everyday life with confidence. Here, we can come together to share daily life, tips, and observations. I’ll be sharing my kitchen experiments, home apothecary ideas, wellness practices, and animal care tips, and I would love to learn from all of you too! - What’s your name, and what drew you to this space? - What’s a must-have recipe in your kitchen? - What would you like to learn more about as a homemaker?

I look forward to every season — each one has its own special recipes, preparations, and lovely aromas I use at that time of year. 🌸❄️☀️🍂 Leave comment on that special recipe you wait all year for!