Alyson Poland

Alyson Poland

Maine
Apr
15
Harvesting Pine Resin for Bee’s Wax Wraps

Harvesting Pine Resin for Bee’s Wax Wraps

Few things are more satisfying than being able to make most of the staple items in a household that not
4 min read
Aug
12
'Ghost Pipes' Nature's Hidden Gem (Monotropa Uniflora)

'Ghost Pipes' Nature's Hidden Gem (Monotropa Uniflora)

' Walking through the woods in Maine you're bound to see an abundance of plant life, but if you keep your eyes down towards the hummus in deep and shady woods, you might just be lucky enough to have a ghostly white figure catch your eyes. '
4 min read
Jul
28
'Downeast' Pecan Pie

'Downeast' Pecan Pie

Classic pecan pie with a few twists! The subtle variants make this a pie that will take home the blue ribbon at any state fair.
2 min read
Jul
26
Creative Impulses

Creative Impulses

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I've never really considered myself much of an 'artist'. I've always told people
1 min read
Jul
26
Crock Pot Beef Stew

Crock Pot Beef Stew

This stew is hearty, delicious and makes for great leftovers (if there's any left). The variety of herbs makes for a deep savory flavor that will satisfy the whole family.
3 min read
Jul
20
Farm Worthy Zucchini Bread

Farm Worthy Zucchini Bread

A zucchini bread reminiscent of fall with the flavors of clove, cinnamon and nutmeg. It pairs well with your morning coffee after it's been sliced, buttered and seared in a cast iron on the stove, delicious.
2 min read
Jul
20
Life Through a Lens

Life Through a Lens

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- " Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still" -  Dorthea Lange I
2 min read
Jul
19
This One's for the Boys

This One's for the Boys

When you're tucked in bed and sound asleep, I have silence for the first time and it's in those moments of silence I remember, it wont be like this forever.
2 min read
Jul
19
The Questions Moms Are too Ashamed to Ask (and why they shouldn't be)

The Questions Moms Are too Ashamed to Ask (and why they shouldn't be)

you're a mama who wants the very best for her babies and you being the most raw, vulnerable, honest and loving version of yourself for them, is what's best.
3 min read
Jul
16
Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

This creamy butternut squash soup has an amazing combination of spices and ingredients, including notes of cloves, sage, nutmeg and cinnamon. It'll make a great addition to any fall family meal!
2 min read