June 2026
Gianna ThompsonJune on the Homestead: Sunshine & Strawberries
June was one of those months that reminded us exactly why we love this life. The kids finished another school year and we welcomed summer with open arms, looking forward to slower mornings, garden adventures, and plenty of time outdoors. Our vegetable and herb gardens have taken off thanks to beautiful weather and just the right amount of rain, and it's exciting to watch everything flourish.
One of the highlights of the month was spending the day at the Wellwood Orchards Strawberry Festival. We met so many wonderful people, caught up with familiar faces, and introduced Thompson Hollow Apothecary to lots of new customers. Seeing so many people excited about herbal wellness and handcrafted products made all of the long days of planting, harvesting, creating, and preparing absolutely worth it.
Our biggest surprise of the festival was Strawberry Moon Tea. It quickly became one of our best-selling blends, and hearing everyone rave about its fresh, fruity flavor made us smile all day. It's always rewarding when a recipe you've carefully crafted becomes a favorite for others too.
As we head into July, we're feeling incredibly thankful. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared a kind word, supported our small business, or simply followed along on our journey. We can't wait to see what the rest of the growing season has in store!