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October 20, 2010 by Nikki

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Feeling gratitude for another turn around the sun,

Feeling gratitude for another turn around the sun, although admittedly the last two years have probably aged me at least ten. Pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and parenthood have all broken and reshaped me in ways I am still coming to terms with. To say the experience has been humbling and life changing is an understatement. It has been an incredible dichotomy of being pushed outside of myself while forced to look deep within simultaneously. I've spent the majority of my life focused on growing professionally and often ran out of time to nurture my spirit. My daughter has been a gift in so many ways, the most surprising one....her influence in helping me to take care of myself so I can better take care of others. Cheers to personal growth and self discovery no matter how uncomfortable and disorienting in can be...and to the family and friends who have helped support me while I figure it all out. Most of all, thank you to my amazing mother who brought me into this world 38 years ago and taught me what unconditional love looks like.

🌞 Happy Spring 🌞

Happy Floral Friday! Thankful for farmer friends l

Happy Floral Friday! Thankful for farmer friends like @feastandflora for bringing flowers into my life while my garden takes a little baby break.

Hurrication vibes. Grateful for a safe sanctuary i

Hurrication vibes. Grateful for a safe sanctuary in the storm, especially now that we have our little bird. Road tripping with a 3 month old, two dogs, and a cat is not easy but somehow we made it to Greenville and back. Our nest in Charleston made it through the storm just fine (minus a few plants). My heart goes out to those who didn't fare as well, especially all of those on the islands 💓.

When a flower captures your mood perfectly. These

When a flower captures your mood perfectly. These first few months of motherhood are channeling the wild and chaotic energy of the Passiflora. There is nothing like having a tiny human to put things into perspective and force you to use every minute wisely. Currently sleep is top of the list (something passion flower can help with).

Orange you glad it's almost the weekend?

Orange you glad it's almost the weekend?

May Day...Beltane...Floralia. Today marks the half

May Day...Beltane...Floralia. Today marks the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. While I may not dancing around a bonfire, I quietly celebrated the seasonal change today listening to the birds and tree frogs, admiring the flowers in the garden and feeling my darling little baby kick.
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At 35 weeks along, we've been trying hard to prepare the nest for our little bird. Work has kept me incredibly busy, so the time is slipping away too quickly and I'm almost surprised to find myself so pregnant. .
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Soon I will be celebrating a new season in my life and one of the greatest adventures yet. Thankful to have @danfield42 by my side and incredible group of family and friends supporting us.

Yes, I'm growing more than a garden and no there i

Yes, I'm growing more than a garden and no there is not a watermelon under there 😉. We are expecting a baby girl the first week in June and I'm getting excited-terrified-overwhelmed for this next grand adventure. .
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The last several months have been challenging both physically and mentally, making me so thankful for the support of family and friends.
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This is only the beginning of the journey with my darling @danfield42 and our little bird. Shout out to everyone who has showered us with love and positivity!

Spring is in the air! With a little one on the way

Spring is in the air! With a little one on the way, my ability to handle the pollen or dig in the garden has been limited but it won't stop me from a good nature stroll and flower forage.

Farm Feature Friday. While my work centers around

Farm Feature Friday. While my work centers around food systems, I often find myself further from the field and more on the organizational development and operations side of things. When I have the opportunity to visit farmer friends, yes even in winter, I jump on the chance to get outside and revisit farm life.

Today I had the pleasure of squeezing in a very quick visit to @wildhopefarm while in Chester, SC. Wow, what a slice of farm paradise!! Caught up with my friend Shawn Jadrnicek and met Katherine "Peanut" Belk, who together shared the plans for their new wash pack line and loading dock. This beautiful diversified fruit & veggie operation focuses on a CSA farm share (including Charlotte, NC) and one farmers market but they also host dinners, wellness retreats, and birding walks. Definitely a place to revisit when there is more time!
Last month I caught up with Laura Mewbourn at her farm @feastandflora in Meggett, SC while interviewing her for an article. Her flowers have been featured in all kinds of amazing bridal floral images and her efforts with @lowcountryflowergrowers have really paid off. It is incredible to see how much she has in production and awesome to see her employing other new young women in farming.

Check out their great IG feeds and give them some love 🌱💓

Building community in the food system...one confer

Building community in the food system...one conference, one meeting, one meal, one person at a time. @southernsawg #ssawg2019 bringing together so many inspirational people.

SC --> GA --> AL --> MS --> TN --> AR road trip to

SC --> GA --> AL --> MS --> TN --> AR road trip to the @southernsawg #ssawg2019 conference with a pit stop in Birmingham to check out @jonesvalleyteachingfarm

Bald Head Island was hands down the coldest beachc

Bald Head Island was hands down the coldest beachcombing of my life but well worth it to see dolphins putting on a show while we explored the odd variety of flotsam and jetsam. Throughout our treasure hunt we reminisced about the years living on a sailboat when so many of the islands were still wild and everything was an adventure.

The government (and most of Washington DC) may be

The government (and most of Washington DC) may be shut down but thankfully the @usbotanicgarden is still open. Their conservatory is home to awesome plants like this cleistocactus winteri and its noodley appendages.

A new year unfolds full of hope and potential.

A new year unfolds full of hope and potential.

Baby Kelley...coming to Charleston in June! The do

Baby Kelley...coming to Charleston in June! The doggos have mixed feelings about a new sister...the cat refused to get in the picture. @danfield42 and I are so excited to grow our little family 😊

This one goes out to all the plants I accidentally

This one goes out to all the plants I accidentally forgot to bring inside or didn't cover in time.

Not even freezing temps could keep me away from a

Not even freezing temps could keep me away from a beach sunrise. Beautiful start to another great day at the @buildwealthsc #opportunitysc conference.

Farm visits are always my favorite and it's even b

Farm visits are always my favorite and it's even better when the host farm shares a love of native herbal remedies. Thanks wonderful team at SCF-Organics hosted @saraclow and I last month to share their experience as a farmer cooperative and Certified Organic dry farm.
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Although we've shared seeds, recipes, and herbal remedies, it was the first time we've really talked about their incredible grassroots community building. They are a model for rural farmer empowerment and despite their incredible success they are truly the most down to earth group around. .
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You can find their produce and herbal remedies in Columbia at the Rosewood Farmers, Sandhills Farmers Market and at the Camden Farmers Market.

Backyard harvest before the freeze. Makes all of t

Backyard harvest before the freeze. Makes all of the effort last year covering the tree before snowpocalypse worth it. If the bounty gets any bigger, I'll be knocking on your door @growfoodcarolina

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