After becoming a first-time homeowner on a half-acre in Cheyenne, Wyoming, I realized I had a million ideas… and only halfway knew how to get them done. I planted lilacs on a windy hillside, wrestled clay soil into growing herbs, and made more composting attempts than I’d like to admit. Somewhere in the middle of all that, I learned something that changed everything:

A healthier, more intentional life isn’t built in one big moment — it’s built through small daily choices.

This website is my way of sharing a fully rounded, natural approach to everyday life — from growing food, cooking from scratch, and choosing simpler ingredients, to getting back to nature in a way that feels realistic (not extreme). I love the feeling of not always needing to run to the store for every little thing, and I especially love knowing what we’re using in our home — because we made it, we chose it, and we understand what’s in it.

And because I believe holistic living includes the way we care for our animals too, dogs are a big part of this journey. I’ve been involved in dog training for 12 years, from my first job to volunteering my time, and now working professionally as a dog trainer. My goal in dog training isn’t just obedience — it’s communication. In my experience, most struggles come down to simple misunderstandings. When a human thinks a dog is being stubborn, the dog is often confused, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do next.

Do It All Things Daily is here to help you build a life that feels more grounded and capable — for you, your home, and your animals — one day at a time..

What You’ll Find Here

Grow

Step-by-step gardening tips for beginners (especially for dry, windy, and harsh climates), plus ways to extend your growing season and build confidence outdoors.

Food

Simple homemade recipes, sourdough, and cooking from scratch — using ingredients you recognize and meals that fit into real life.

Health

Holistic lifestyle habits, natural living ideas, and better grocery choices — focused on building a healthier home without making it complicated or expensive.

Dogs

Dog training guidance, behavior education, everyday routines, and simple dog recipes — focused on humane methods, clear communication, and helping dogs thrive at home.

Do It All Things Daily started with one honest blog post: Cheyenne Wyoming Spring Garden Tips for Beginners — written after my very first year of trying to grow a garden in Wyoming. I had the dream, the excitement, and a million ideas… and then I met the reality of wind, clay soil, surprise weather changes, and plants that did not care how motivated I was. I made mistakes, wasted money on the wrong things, planted what I thought would work, and learned the hard way that gardening here takes patience, strategy, and a willingness to keep going even when you feel like you “failed.”

But that first season also gave me something I didn’t expect: confidence. Not because everything worked — but because I kept showing up. I kept learning, adjusting, and trying again. That’s when I realized I didn’t just want a garden… I wanted a healthier lifestyle built on real skills. Growing food, cooking from scratch, getting back to nature, and creating a home that feels more grounded and intentional.

And as my home life grew, so did another huge part of who I am: dog training. I’ve always believed that a healthy lifestyle includes our animals too — not just what we feed them, but how we communicate with them and how safe and calm they feel inside our homes. I love the freedom that comes from teaching dogs boundaries and structure in a way that makes everyday life easier — like being able to garden without constantly fencing everything off or feeling like your dog has to be separated from you. That kind of calm, connected home life is something I want for more people.

I may not be able to foster every animal or personally help every dog find the perfect home… but I can share what I’ve learned. This blog is my way of helping other people create happier homes — for themselves and their animals — through simple routines, better choices, and real-life lessons that actually work.

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At Do It All Things Daily, I believe in transparency. To support the blog, I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through links on this site — at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products or services I genuinely use and believe in.

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This site shares personal experience and educational content and is not a substitute for professional medical or veterinary advice.
Want to reach me? Email: meleaworkspace924@gmail.com