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In Today's Edition:

1. Homestead Tip 🌱

2. Poll Results From Last Tuesday! 📊

3. Personal Development: The Science of Sleep Hygiene 💤

4. A Steady Family: Simplifying Your Home for a Clear Mind 💛

5. DIY With The Steady Home: Crafting Clay Garden Markers ❕

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Poll Results From Last Tuesday! 📊

How do you protect your garden from wind damage? 🌬️

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Windbreaks

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Staking plants

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Using protective covers

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Planting hardy varieties

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Building fences or walls

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Others

via @beehiiv polls

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Personal Development

The Science of Sleep Hygiene 💤

Good sleep is like charging your battery. Without it, you can feel grumpy, tired, and even get sick more easily. By practicing good sleep habits, you can improve your sleep and wake up feeling refreshed.

Tips for Better Sleep Hygiene:

• Stick to a Sleep Schedule: Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This helps your body know when it's time to sleep and when it's time to wake up.

• Create a Relaxing Bedtime Routine: Do something calming before bed, like reading a book, taking a warm bath, or listening to soft music. It’s like telling your brain, "Hey, it’s time to chill out!"

• Make Your Bedroom Comfy: Keep your room cool, quiet, and dark. Use blackout curtains, earplugs, or a white noise machine if needed. Your room should be a cozy cave for sleep.

• Limit Screen Time: The light from phones, tablets, and computers can mess with your sleep. Try to avoid screens for at least an hour before bed. Instead, you could read a book or draw.

• Watch What You Eat and Drink: Avoid heavy meals, caffeine, and sugary snacks before bedtime. These can keep you awake. Think of your body as a garden; it needs the right stuff to grow.

• Control the Light: Darkness helps your body know it’s time to sleep. Use blackout curtains or a sleep mask to keep the room dark.

• Reduce Noise: Quiet is important for sleep. Use earplugs or a white noise machine to block out any noise that might wake you up.

• Keep It Cool: A cooler room, around 65 degrees Fahrenheit, is best for sleeping. Use a fan or breathable bedding to keep the temperature just right.

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A Steady Family

Simplifying Your Home for a Clear Mind 💛

A cluttered space can make your mind feel cluttered too. When our homes are full of unnecessary items, it can be hard for everyone to focus and relax. By embracing minimalism, you can create an environment that promotes calmness and mental clarity.

Creating a Minimalist Home:

• Focus on Quality Over Quantity: Choose high-quality items that will last longer and serve multiple purposes. For example, a sturdy, comfortable sofa can be better than having multiple chairs that clutter the space.

• Use Neutral Colors: Neutral colors like white, beige, and gray create a calm, peaceful atmosphere. They make rooms feel bigger and more open. Adding pops of color with pillows, rugs, or art can keep things lively without overwhelming the space.

• Maximize Natural Light: Open up your windows and let in as much natural light as possible. This can make your home feel more cheerful and spacious.

• Keep Decor Simple: Use a few well-chosen decorations instead of filling every surface. This keeps your space looking clean and uncluttered. For instance, a single piece of statement art on the wall can be more impactful than several smaller items.

• Functional Furniture: Choose furniture that serves more than one purpose. A bed with storage drawers underneath or a coffee table with built-in shelves can save space and reduce clutter.

• Declutter Surfaces: Keep countertops, tables, and desks clear of unnecessary items. Store things out of sight when not in use. This creates a sense of order and makes cleaning easier.

• Create Zones: Organize your home into zones for specific activities, like a reading nook or a play area. This helps keep things tidy and ensures everything has its place.

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DIY With The Steady Home

Crafting Clay Garden Markers ❕

Project Overview: Keeping track of what you’ve planted in your garden can be a challenge. Why not make it fun with some DIY clay garden markers? You can customize them with different shapes, colors, and labels to fit your garden’s needs.

What You'll Need:

• Air-dry clay

• Rolling pin

• Cookie cutters or a knife

• Alphabet stamps or a toothpick

• Acrylic paint and brushes

• Clear sealant spray

• Wax paper

• A small bowl of water

Steps to Make Your Clay Garden Markers:

1. Prep Your Workspace: First, lay out a piece of wax paper on your work surface to prevent the clay from sticking. Gather all your supplies so everything is within reach.

2. Roll Out the Clay: Take a chunk of air-dry clay and knead it until it’s soft and pliable. Use the rolling pin to roll out the clay to about 1/4 inch thick. Try to keep the thickness even for all markers so they dry uniformly.

3. Cut and Shape the Markers: Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out shapes for your markers. You can make them rectangular, oval, or any shape you like. Smooth the edges with a bit of water to remove any rough spots.

4. Add Plant Names: Use alphabet stamps to press the names of your plants into the clay. If you don’t have stamps, a toothpick works just as well. Make sure the letters are deep enough so they’re visible after painting.

5. Let the Markers Dry: Place the markers on a flat surface and let them dry completely. This can take 24-48 hours depending on the clay and room conditions. Flip them over halfway through drying to ensure both sides dry evenly.

6. Paint Your Markers: Once the markers are dry, it’s time to paint! Use acrylic paint to add color and make the names stand out. Be as creative as you want—this is your chance to add some flair to your garden.

7. Seal the Markers: After the paint has dried, apply a clear sealant spray to protect your markers from the elements. This will help them last longer in your garden.

8. Place in Your Garden: Once everything is dry and sealed, your markers are ready to go. Place them in the soil next to the corresponding plants, and enjoy your beautifully organized garden.

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