What it’s All About

I want to grow (and consume) 50% of our groceries from our garden this year.

Welcome to the backyard revolution, where by the end of 2025, I’m fairly determined to harvest half of my family’s food right outside my back door. This isn’t just another “green” goal—it’s a hands-in-the-dirt reclaiming of self-sufficiency, health, and authentic flavor. Imagine biting into corn so fresh it still tastes of sunbeams, or tossing crisp greens into tonight’s salad that was still growing this morning. Utilizing smart crop rotations, clever companion planting, and all-season planning, I’m transforming our yard into a lush pantry that feeds both the bodies and spirit of my family.

Why go to such lengths? Because I want to see if I can.

Besides, cultivating your own dinner nurtures more than just appetites: it fortifies family bonds, teaches resilience, and deepens our appreciation for nature’s rhythms. When we know in our very bones exactly where their meals begin, they carry a richer understanding of stewardship into the future. I want to share this journey—from seed to harvest to plate—to help me stay accountable and to show you it can be done. From my family to you, I invite you to join me, swapping supermarket aisles for garden rows and trading convenience for true, vibrant independence.