#MakeitMonth: Episode 1 Collard Greens

Over the last month or so I have noticed that I am relying way to heavily on conveniences. I know there are seasons when this is appropriate because time gets away from me or I am busy with work or other things. However, lately, it seems that I am reaching for convenience without even considering the alternative. Which in the case of the collard greens really made think pause and think.

I was literally going into the one spot that I always buy collard greens knowing that I had a full row of collard greens in my garden to harvest.

I still bought the collard greens but afterwards my mind flooded with all the things lately that I have been purchasing for a quick fix rather than building the skill or taking the time to make it myself.

I just simply felt like I needed to challenge myself in this area. I have been so blessed with the harvest from my garden and the skills that I have learned from my parents, fixing things, crafts, carpentry and even cooking (a little, I'm not a chef by any means). There are so many things in my life that with a little planning, I can be a better steward of my resources whether that is my time, money, or my gifts, skills and talents.

So this month, I'm challenging myself to make it!

I have a list a mile long that I've been keeping every time I reach for something and think, I should really make this.... sometimes I fill in the end of that sentence with: because it's healthier (pesto sauce or taco seasoning), or it's cheaper (flower bouquets), or it would be more fun (homemade pasta)!

While am I still giving myself grace for the seasons when conveniences make life bearable, I'm ready for the challenge. I'm excited to see what I can accomplish. Yes, it will require some additional planning and probably more time, but I'm looking forward to gaining more skills and laughs along the way!

Don't forget to join the challenge on Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #makeitmonth!