6 tech-free ways to maximize the well-deserved rest between Christmas and New Years     Making the most of these lazy days Week of Boredom, Lazy Week, Week of Nothing, whatever you call it, there’s no denying that between Christmas and New Year’s Eve we just want to do… well…nothing! No one keeps track of […]

Screen-Free Ideas for the “Week of Nothing” between Christmas and New Years

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Dried Mandarin Decor

There’s something unmistakable about the scent of Glühwein drifting through a German Christmas market—warm citrus, whole spices, a little red wine, and that feeling that winter is something to savor instead of endure. During our time in Germany, we learned that Glühwein (pronounced “glo-vine”) isn’t just a drink. It’s a rhythm. A pause. A way […]

How to Make Authentic German Glühwein (A Cozy Winter Market Classic)

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German Glühwein

A HeartySol travel journal from Munich → Hannover → Berlin Traveling Through Germany: Munich, Hannover, and Berlin as Farmers There’s nothing like stepping out of your daily rhythm, hopping across the ocean, and landing in a place where the buildings are older than your entire family tree. This month, we traded our rolling Minnesota fields […]

What Traveling to Germany Taught Us About Farming, Culture, and Seeing the World Differently

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Hannover

It’s apple season and the sunrises and sunsets are getting colder here in Minnesota. This is when I reach for a quick, warm, and tasty drink to kickstart my day. Making Homemade Apple Tea It’s that time of year again, when my kids and I are craving a warm drink before heading off to start […]

3 Ingredient Dry Apple Tea | A Favorite Fall Tea

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Dry Apple Tea

There’s something about a big pot of soup on a chilly day that just feels right. Comforting, hearty, and perfect for feeding a busy family, this homemade chicken gnocchi soup is one of those recipes you’ll find yourself making over and over. The secret? Making your own potato gnocchi! Don’t worry—it’s easier than it sounds, […]

Making Cozy Homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup with Handmade Gnocchi!

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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