Hello my friends, and welcome to 2026!!
 

The holidays zipped past entirely too fast, just as they always tend to do. We enjoyed a family vacation at The Greenbrier, and today I'm sharing a peek inside our trip. I've got all the details of the best things to do in case you want to plan your own family vacation soon! 
 

This week’s Bloom Report is full of gardening inspiration and fresh new fun. 

I am starting a new segment to answer your gardening questions, sharing my best tips for keeping a Christmas cactus happy, and taking you along on our wonderful winter getaway to The Greenbrier. 

PLUS, there is also an exciting giveaway you will not want to miss!! Get your entries in soon!! 

 

Keep scrolling so you don't miss a thing! 

XOXO ~ 
Carmen

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Enter the Greenbrier Giveaway

peek inside Our greenbrier getaway

We had THE BEST time at The Greenbrier over the holidays!  If you're looking for a great winter vacation destination, I've got all the details to plan your next family vacation. Come peek inside our trip and see what all we experienced, PLUS get 20% off your room with code CARMEN if you book before March 31, 2026!

Gardening TIp of the Week

Learn how to keep your Christmas Cactus alive, thriving and happy for YEARS to come with a few simple steps! 

Q&A with Carmen!

I get so many great gardening questions in my inbox, and I wanted to take a minute to answer some of them while we are all in January garden planning mode. I thought it would be helpful to gather everything in one place so everyone can learn together. I'll try to make this a regular segment in The Bloom Report so we can stay inspired! I LOVE helping you with your gardens!

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Thank you SO much for being here each week! It means so much to me that you spend time with me! I hope to see you back here next week! 

 

 

💚XOXO💚
Carmen

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