A Glo J’s Creation

08/04/2026

This is what abundance looks like. 🍅🌶️🥔🍆🫑🫜🫛🧅

Every tomato, pepper, potato, green bean, onion, beet and eggplant on this table started as a tiny seed or seedling and a whole lot of hope. There were early mornings, hot afternoons, weeding, watering, waiting… and now the kitchen is overflowing with the rewards.

Some will become fresh meals, some will be canned for the pantry, frozen for pasta sauce and some will be shared with family and friends. This is one of my favorite kinds of “busy.”

My heart is full, my kitchen table is covered, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Until next time… ❤️

08/01/2026

Hello, August. 🍂🌻

A brand new month… waiting to be filled with joy, gratitude, and little moments that make us smile.

May August bring peaceful mornings, productive days, unexpected blessings, and the courage to bloom wherever you’re planted.

Happy New Month, friends! Wishing you an August filled with happiness, good health, and countless reasons to smile.

Until next time… 💛🍁

07/28/2026

Life has been a little quieter here on social media, but that’s because life itself has been wonderfully full… and we’re loving every minute of it.

I’m out of town this week, heading home in a few days, and then it’ll be time to get ready for a little vacation.

A special thank you to James for holding down our little homestead while I’m away, and to William Jaron, who’ll be taking over late next week. Of course, Kingston will be around to supervise them both. 😂

Thank you for sticking around while I’ve been a little slow to post. I’ll be back soon with fresh ideas, new creations, and a few surprises as I start getting ready for the holiday season.

Until next time… enjoy yourselves, make some memories, and remember to smile often. 😊❤️

07/16/2026

Look who stopped by The Shop. It’s Kingston and he’s helping me with my wood tree and Kelly’s challenge. Stay tuned for the final reveal.

Until next time…Kingston says “Hello Everybody”.

Gloria has a helper decorating her Christmas tree

07/16/2026

From late-night crafting to early-morning harvesting… 🌿✨

Last night was spent creating in the craft room. This morning started with baskets in hand, gathering tomatoes, beans, eggplant, peppers, and more. Different kind of creativity, same grateful heart.

Life has taught me that the sweetest days are often the simplest—making something beautiful, growing something nourishing, and taking time to enjoy both.

Until next time… may your hands stay busy and your heart stay full. 🌿💚

07/16/2026

Wednesday nights are for playing in glitter… ✨🎄

If you’re wondering why my craft room is sparkling in the middle of July, it’s because Christmas in July is officially underway!

There’s something magical about turning on Christmas music, opening the glitter, and getting an early start on handmade holiday creations. A little mess now means a lot of joy later.

Stay tuned… festive projects are on the way!

Until next time… enjoy the little things. ❤️

07/10/2026

Life hasn’t always been filled with peaceful days. Like many, I’ve walked through seasons of uncertainty, heartache, and lessons I never expected.

But these days, I’ve learned to find joy in the simple things—a quiet morning, hands in the garden, something blooming, and a grateful heart. Peace doesn’t always come from perfect circumstances; sometimes it grows one small moment at a time.

Today, I’m thankful for this season.

Until next time…
🌿 Choose peace. Grow joy.

07/09/2026

🌿 Today’s garden harvest became tonight’s dinner.

My sister stopped by to do a little “grocery shopping” in our garden and went home with fresh green beans, onions, carrots, tomatoes, garlic chives, onion chives, rosemary, sage, and thyme. She added a little chicken and then this beautiful meal was her dinner!

Now that’s what I call farm-to-table!

Until next time… savor life’s simple blessings. 🌱

07/07/2026

What a beautiful day! We’re out and about celebrating 19 years. Happy Anniversary to us!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

Today we’re celebrating with simple joys—fresh garden blooms, growing vegetables, and gratitude for the freedom to enjoy them.

Take a few moments to slow down, soak in the beauty around you, and enjoy this little garden tour with us. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and blessed Independence Day!

❤️🤍💙

Until next time… bloom where you’re planted. 🌿