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Winter Reset & Spring Ahead
I am sitting here reflecting on how long it's been since I have written about my journey. Time, as always, is flying by quicker than I would like it to. This winter has been a time of reflection for me. Like usual for us, November and December are busy with holiday madness and constant distractions. Then, after the madness is over, comes stillness. January has felt long, but it has also been bringing me hope and joy for what is to come in the spring. It has been therapeutic p
Shelby Halstead Krause
Jan 192 min read
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The Rose & Arranging
I started off my week by visiting Lillian yesterday at the cemetery. I usually do after I drop my daughter off at school - Mondays and...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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Five Months
A lot has been going on around the farm this month! It has been a minute since I sat down to write and collect my thoughts. I figured...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Sep 5, 20253 min read
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How Gardening Helps Me Stay Connected To My Baby
Shortly after Lillian was born, I knew my career as an esthetician was over. Did I know during my pregnancy that I was going to...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Aug 7, 20253 min read
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The Importance of Family & Conversation/Plot & Life Updates
As I navigate my grief, I realize the importance of family and friends. Speaking about my loss brings me peace at times. This situation...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Jul 23, 20253 min read
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Learning the Ropes
I have this notebook I found at Target. The front has colorful stripes that say "happy thoughts." I thought it would make a perfect...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Jul 7, 20252 min read
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Lillian August & the Flowers
The day I was released from the hospital after I had Lily, my husband and I began to walk outside. Spring had lifted our heads up and...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Jul 1, 20253 min read
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Blooming Hope: Shelby's Inspirational Flower Farming Journey
In the serene countryside of Easton, Illinois, a touching and inspiring story is unfolding at Lily's Country Blooms. This charming...
Shelby Halstead Krause
Jun 30, 20252 min read
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