Hello, Hive World! I have been here just a couple of days, and am trying to learn my way around. First, I want to thank everyone for all the love I received on my first blog post, which I made shortly after opening my account. Y’all really know how to make a girl feel at home! Second, I want to thank my kiddo, 
So now on to the main feature of this post: ME!
I am a homeschooling mother of four, two of whom have flown the nest. I have one g-baby who calls me Granny. I am happily married for 26 years, and I live in the country on a lot of less than an acre which was carved out of a cow pasture.
I spend a large part of my free time gardening and nature-watching during the outside times of the year, and in the winter I do quite a bit of crocheting and knitting.
I love my flowerbeds, and am building my collection of all types of flora. My gardening method could be described as “survival of the fittest,” as I am unlikely to baby any plants that don’t thrive in my midwestern zone 6 climate.
I rarely turn down an ornamental beauty when it comes to flowers, but I also have a strong love for native landscaping.
Reading, learning, bonfires, exploring, good wine, game nights, philosophy, music, and creating are all things I love to spend my time on. Above all, I cherish time spent with my friends and family.
As a middle child in my family of origin and also a GenX-er, I feel like bridging the gap and living in two worlds is simply my lot in life. I am comfortable with technology, but not an enthusiast. I love nature but also love driving my truck. I love my pets but don’t consider them equal to humans. I hope for the best but plan for the worst. I love Jesus but I cuss a little.
I am glad to have found this community and am looking forward to meeting many more of you as I learn more!