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May 24, 2014 By Alana 10 Comments

The Pursuit of Perfection and our DIY Garden

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  1. paulettemotzko says

    May 24, 2014 at 11:03 pm

    Reblogged this on Children Are Our Future Now!.

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  2. shelahmoss says

    September 2, 2014 at 3:43 pm

    Such a fun idea. It’s also a good reminder that there can be many definitions for “perfect”.

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  3. threeboysandamom says

    September 2, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    I love the idea of being ok with “less ugly.” Such a necessary lesson for all of us Perfection seekers, and you’re so right that even the pursuit of Perfection is inherently flawed. Love this!!! Great post and adorable project. Love the pics! ?

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  4. Sue Parke says

    September 2, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    LOVE the DIY patio garden! I want to do that! Two thumbs up!

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  5. Erica Buteau says

    September 2, 2014 at 6:16 pm

    I love your DIY patio garden ideas. Sadly the end of gardening season is fast approaching but I’m definitely going to keep this in mind for the upcoming spring!

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  6. Melissande says

    September 2, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    This is adorable! It’s also a very, very good point. I like how you said, “Sure the outcome is “picture perfect”. But the process? Oh! the process is devoid of all the value, especially when it involves your little one(s). Every activity kids lends itself to invaluable learning, fun, and memories.” Love it. So. Much. It’s so easy to lose sight of what is *really* important. It’s not the way it looks, it is the experience, the learning, the fun.

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  7. Tricia the Good Mama says

    September 2, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    I love this post and your garden activity. You’re right- kids won’t realize if something is “picture-perfect” or not. The process is definitely more important!

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  8. pickettfamily says

    September 3, 2014 at 12:21 am

    Awesome idea. I’ve been meaning to grow an avacado seed with my little girls. You’re so right about the pursuit of perfection too! Life gets messy, but that’s what makes it wonderful.

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  9. mamabyfire says

    March 4, 2015 at 5:02 pm

    Great ideas! Looks like you ladies had fun!! Are you going to give it a go again this year?

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    • Alana says

      March 4, 2015 at 5:05 pm

      Yes! Thanks to your inspiration 🙂

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