My NEW Garden (Life) Begins NOW!

This new garden won't grow itself! So I'm starting into my complete yard renovation while I still have a bit of good weather before the snow falls. With thousands of bulbs, 500 perennials, and a dumptruck of compost, all this garden needs is a good till and some woman power. Join me as I begin to tackle the massive job of creating a new garden, and a new life, for myself.
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Ian and Serina of YOU CANT EAT THE GRASS feel that every small change can make a big difference to the world we live in. Every garden planted leads to a better future. We hope to inspire and motivate others to make positive changes in their lives by sharing our journey towards greater sustainability as we build our family farm. It's hard work to build a life worth living, and completely worth it!

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[cynthiafisher]

I’m really happy for you, Serina. I’m happy that you and Ian are choosing to be helpful to one another instead of enemies, that speaks a lot to your character and your love for your children. I’m happy you had male muscles to do the tilling and help with the compost hauling. And I’m happy for you that you are moving forward in thankfulness and vision for what you want your life and property to be. I think you’re a rock star!

[OfftoShambala]

The neighbors have no idea what awesomeness is about to commence.

[truthgardener]

You’re still young so you’ll have the energy & strength to fulfil your dream in the new place. A day at a time and the new vision will unfold. You’ve created so much beauty so far in your new space and I’m sure it will continue.

[sararose]

I have been depressed for so long now, 7 years, Since my sister died. As Autumn has come around, my funk is lifting and I’m finding myself lighter and a little happier each day.

Watching you on these videos has been tremendously helpful and encouraging and ultimately VERY *Inspiring*.

Thank you so much for sharing your very tender journey with us.

You are a LIGHT.

[ЛилияКосьюга]

Greetings from Crimea! I am 60 years old. 30 years ago with my husband and son (8 years old) I moved into my grandmother's old house. Near the house there was a plot of 16 acres, the third part of the plot on the hillside. My husband did not want to live in the village and we divorced. I had to work very hard physically to make the dry hill a blooming garden. "The eyes are afraid but the hands do" "the walking one will master the road"

[holochar]

If you tip the wheelbarrow half way on its side up against the compost pile and then shovel it in and then tip it back on its wheels.. it goes a LOT faster than picking up individual shovel loads. Sincerely, someone who works alone outside a lot in between kids naps 😂

[gardengirl]

"she lives without fear, not because she is immune to challenges, but because she knows that there is a plan and a purpose to it all". GO SERINA and hello Sam, your strong helper ❤

[Turningtime]

Life keeps changing. So very true. In my fifties I was a happily married woman. At 60 I was a widow. Not what I had planned. But I always remember my favorite line in the Shawshank Redemption. “ Get busy living or get busy dying.” Your plans look amazing. I know your garden will be spectacular. One day at a time.

[paulanelson]

You are an amazing woman, Serena. Keep strong and flower farming. You inspired me to start a flower farm. I am looking forward to planting all the flower seeds I ordered.
I am sorry you are going through this tough time. You are not alone.
Sending love. ❤

[crysypete]

Honestly, you seem happier. I’m glad you’re doing so well during this time of life transition! Excited to see you continue to flourish! 💐

[NevadaGoats]

Word of advice: Two wheel barrow. I had a farm for 15 years and had to leave it for something else. Lived in suburbia for another 15 years and left that for another farm. 25 years on this farm and now we are thinking about what to do when we can't be here much longer. The work is too much for two old people. BUT, each life change has been for the better, really. You now have a great house to work with, and less real work in the long run. You will be fine, and happy, and live in a beautiful space with your kids. Both you and Ian will be happier for it.

[trippingwithpippy]

I love this chapter in your life.. our lives are chapters of ups, neutrals, and downs.. you went through the up chapter, then down, then stability chapter.. now you are in the transition chapter… I absolutely cannot wait to see the rising above chapter when all this hard work makes beautiful blooms! I’ve went through a similar path.. I’m several chapters ahead of you and let me tell you… it’s amazing! The transition will be worth it. When you find peace and happiness in yourself in this solidarity and finding your ability to make things grow and look beautiful just adds topping to the cake! I look forward to see you grow! You got this! Staying busy to make beauty is the key! ❤ fellow rise above gardener from Kentucky

[cindyannefontenot]

You got this!! Come up with your word for 2025! Resilience! Positivity!! Transformation!!! Faith over Fear!!!! Do your best, don’t give up and you’ll see an amazing outcome!! Praying for you!

[nilukaperera]

Not too rough on your body! If you need to work longer in this kind of work, go slow, don’t break your back! Happy to see your little helpers!!

[haziln]

Can't believe I have been following you guys since sam was a baby. Now he is all grown up helping his mom out tears 😢

[canadiangirl]

Your son is doing great. What an awesome helper. The man of the house.

[IntrovertedLoLo]

So glad to see Ian helping! Happy you two are getting along.

[ninemoonplanet]

Sam will grow up enjoying being silly yet getting stuff done. Excellent combination.
Every flower starts as a seed with potential, like we do. It takes time, care, doing goofy stuff, chores we don't really want to do, but slowly we bloom ourselves. You're getting ready to start doing your own bloom. The peonies will definitely be noticed by people who live blocks away.

[sunitashastry]

As soon as I saw the tiller going through with Ian, I knew your soil was good. It’s great to see you getting started. It’s also sobering to see the amount of work it takes even to set up this size garden. But what you said was revealing. It was obvious to viewers that you were doing too much at the farm - burning the candle at both ends. Your goals were really not in keeping with what was achievable by just both of you. So an an objective viewer and one that has loved more years than you and gardened and lived I would say - you are going to make it. But take it one day at a time. Don’t overdo it. Those two lovely children of yours are growing fast, They need their mom to be available to them. So don’t let go of your dream. But don’t overdo it this time. And kudos for a job well- done.

[MartinHouseFlowers]

You go girl! You've got this!! I've had to start over a few times and somehow gardening has always saved me and been my source of happiness and satisfaction despite all the challenges. The garden community and all your followers are so proud of you! 👏💚👩🏻‍🌾