Sharon

There was a time, not too long ago, when the song “One Day You Will” by Lady A was on repeat. I would turn it up all the way so that my kids couldn’t hear me crying while we were driving, swallowing my sobs so I could pretend I had it all together. They knew I didn’t; people who loved me told me, “It won't always be like this”. They said the hard seasons only last so long. And I guess a small part of me believed them, wanted to hang onto hope, but the biggest part of me had only ever known...

Chanterelles and pumpkin are a match made in autumn heaven. Instead of sautéing, the chanterelles are roasted in maple syrup! These muffins are a wonderful way to showcase wild chanterelles in a recipe even the pickiest eater will love — no one will ever guess there are mushrooms blended right into the purée! Note: This recipe was supposed to make it into the book and we ran out of space, but I wanted to share it with y'all anyway! Makes:  18 muffins Time to Make:  About 2 hours Ingredients...

When I first attended a book signing event, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I thought it would be a simple meet-and-greet with an author, maybe a quick autograph, and then I’d be on my way. But what I discovered was so much richer - a chance to connect deeply with someone who shares your passion, to learn new things, and to feel part of a community. If you love the outdoors, wild foods, or survival skills, these book signing opportunities can be a gateway to inspiration and practical...