Garden and Grace

Sunlight shining through green garden leaves It’s been a while since I last wrote here on Garden and Grace . Life took me on a journey I didn’t quite plan, yet one I deeply needed. These past months have been filled with schoolwork, thesis preparations, traveling to collect project samples, and long hours of studying for exams. Somewhere in between lectures, lab sessions, and late-night readings, I noticed I hadn’t written a single blog post. It wasn’t intentional, it just happened naturally. The workload became too much, and I had to pause. At first, the silence felt strange. Part of me was relieved because I needed the mental space to focus on my studies. But another part of me felt worried; worried that my blog would look empty, forgotten, and still. Garden and Grace has always been my little corner of reflection, a place to write about faith, sustainability, lifestyle, and the gentle lessons life offers through nature. Letting it go quiet felt like walking away from a part of myse...

In today’s fast-paced world, where constant notifications and endless to-do lists rule our lives, the simple act of planting a seed can feel revolutionary. Imagine trading noise for birdsong, hurry for presence, and stress for stillness. That is the heart of slow living,  and when combined with faith , something truly beautiful takes root. Gardening is not just about growing food or flowers,  it is about growing you . It is a gentle, daily reminder that life unfolds in seasons, and spiritual peace often comes not in rushing, but in resting and tending. In this article, we will explore how cultivating a garden aligns with the rhythms of faith and how it can transform your inner life. What Is Slow Living and How Does It Relate to Faith? Understanding Slow Living Slow Living Slow living is a lifestyle that prioritizes intentionality, simplicity, and connection . It is about slowing down to truly savor life’s moments rather than rushing through them. From what you eat to how you...