<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Chronically Tired Gardener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Permaculture designer helping everyone garden in gentle, sustainable ways—honoring your energy, limits, and life while making nature more accessible.]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:07:41 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for the Orchard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Come along and join be while I turn my rocky hillside into an orchard! Permaculture and lazy gardening style! Photo of Future Orchard My husband and my big dream for our property is to one day have a permaculture orchard!  I have studied, practiced and worked for years to attempt to do this in the least distructive and natural way while putting all of my permaculture knowledge to the test.  I am so excited to get started and I hope everyone follows along with me! This is a 3-5-year project,...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/preparing-for-the-orchard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add7381b8e90b2a7e6916c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:32:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_1912097c0fd844b3ab9a36af8aa8a33b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_973,h_692,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grow Smarter, Not Harder: A Free Mini-Lesson in Companion Planting]]></title><description><![CDATA[2024 Garden During a Rain Fall. Shows Companion Planting set up in a garden, including 3 sister guild in the center. If you've ever wondered why some plants thrive side by side while others seem to struggle, you're about to unlock one of gardening's oldest secrets: companion planting. What Is Companion Planting? Companion planting is the practice of growing certain plants together so they can support each other. Some plants repel pests, others attract pollinators, and some improve the soil...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/grow-smarter-not-harder-a-free-mini-lesson-in-companion-planting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ab59c995f896866358c781</guid><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:47:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_93fcc5a6ce3a468ba7c5801da7250d44~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_911,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helpful Tips for Managing Low Spoons in Permaculture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Permaculture offers a sustainable way of gardening that harmonizes with nature. However, when energy levels dip, maintaining a permaculture garden can feel overwhelming. The concept of “spoons” refers to the limited energy we each have, and when those spoons run low, it's essential to conserve our energy while still nurturing our gardens. In this post, we'll explore practical strategies for managing permaculture gardening when you're feeling low on energy. Assessing Your Energy Levels...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/helpful-tips-for-managing-low-spoons-in-permaculture</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699fae90bf1bf6f6a2a8586b</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog Posts for Spoonies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:48:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_ea5f4a2aeb1b485db5b24b3175eec793~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Guide to Composting: A Summary of Our Free Courses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you ready to turn your kitchen scraps into garden gold? Whether you're new to composting or looking for methods that work with limited mobility or small spaces, we have two free courses designed just for you. Here's a summary of what you'll learn! Easy Accessible Composting This course is perfect for individuals with limited mobility, those living in urban settings, or anyone looking for simple composting methods that don't require heavy lifting or extensive outdoor space. What You'll...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/your-guide-to-composting-a-summary-of-our-free-courses</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b1ce7e19a7028f2bbf64a7</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:29:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_4fdb60e4f970439d852a031d4b7887f1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_673,h_867,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Its Seed Starting Time!]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the weather being unpredictable and the last frost date for my area is coming up in a couple months its time to start organizing my seeds and planting some seeds! Organizing With the weather being unpredictable and the last frost date for my area coming up in a few months, it's time to start organizing my seeds! I keep my seeds in a bin, sorted by plant type—leafy greens, herbs, root vegetables, etc. At the start of each year, I reorganize them by planting and starting times. This system...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/its-seed-starting-time</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696ac653482610fa2891c5c9</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:30:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_e9c7595c49ec4a1692e50e1c105f1262~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_868,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Permaculture? Understanding Ethics and Principles for Sustainable Living]]></title><description><![CDATA[Permaculture is a design philosophy and set of practices centered on creating sustainable and self-sufficient systems that work in harmony with nature. The term, coined by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren in the 1970s, combines "permanent" and "agriculture" — though it has since expanded beyond farming to encompass all aspects of sustainable living. Permaculture Ethics From The World Permaculture Association Website The Three Core Ethics of Permaculture At the heart of permaculture are three...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/what-is-permaculture-understanding-ethics-and-principles-for-sustainable-living</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a49ffbfe2730c04131ade9</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:50:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_aceb0f142ee3488c96bd52f1a1503bda~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_990,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I manage my own Spoons and How that Relates to this website]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank you to everyone who follows along, has joined courses, follow me on socials, and given feedback so far! I truly appreciate each and everyone of you! I wanted to take a moment to talk about my own energy limitations, and what that means for this website. I am currently in a phase of my health condition, where things are unpredictable. Well, to be fair, it has been 11 years of unpredictability but right now in this season, a little more so. With new symptoms and new diagnoses emerging in...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/how-i-manage-my-own-spoons-and-how-that-relates-to-this-website</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698b980f3faa9e439bef4f36</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog Posts for Spoonies]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:51:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_d1b599f1057c469285e527cfeef93a12~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benefits of Snow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let's talk about snow!

Snow is not just beautiful; it plays a crucial role in sustaining life. It keeps the planet cool, enriches soil, insulates plants and animals from harsh cold, and provides fresh water, replenishing ecosystems and aquifers.]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/benefits-of-snow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699610964c11d313e895742e</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:50:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_9a75554ff928450385fcc058cba13266~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Winter: A Journey Through Snow and Gardening]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Beauty of First Snowfall It only took all winter, but over the Family Day long weekend, winter finally hit. Boy, did the snow ever come down! That first big snowfall, with its large, fluffy snowflakes, makes you feel like you’re living in a snow globe for a moment. I absolutely love it. It was a busy day in my household. After a long weekend of family visits and socializing, my husband and his brother decided that the day of the big snowfall was the perfect time to put up the rails in my...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/winter-is-here</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6994d88a2bc359bc35cfc0bc</guid><category><![CDATA[Home Projects]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog Posts for Spoonies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:52:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_1730883cd71f4ae7877aad84622722fa~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_956,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to 2026!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hello everyone and welcome to 2026! Did everyone make it through the holiday season? I know I sure struggled. Lucky for me, and as many other spoonies can relate to, the month of December included a new set of symptoms and a fun new search for figuring out what is going on in my body. What fun! With that, it meant that I was housebound and really unable to do much in terms of festivities or enjoying any food. It was one of the rougher years of my chronic illness journey. But I made it...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/welcome-to-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695ac54a582148ae56026e1d</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:38:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_323d08062569435095e9cdb40b7224e9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI and Swearing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hey everyone! I just wanted to make a quick, transparent post about the posts I make. First off, I am a swearer, and I feel like the only way I can truly be authentic is to write posts like I speak. Hopefully, with a little more flair and professionalism because I get to edit what I say before I publish. But swearing is a part of my life and will be a part of my blog posts, videos and courses here and there. I try to keep it to a minimal but sometimes I just feel like they fit perfectly.  If...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/ai-and-swearing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695acc03db38cd5b6e660c8b</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:33:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_b13325a21a7841a5a125937b90f6b04f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_180,h_180,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome Chronically Tired Gardeners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hello everyone! Welcome to my page! I'm MJ, and I've been navigating the challenges of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other chronic health conditions for over 10 years. The journey has been tough, especially in the early years when I could barely leave the house or get out of bed. I never imagined I would start a website, or an online business, and return to gardening. But here I am, in a phase of life and illness where I can, and I'm excited to share my passion for gardening and permaculture...]]></description><link>https://www.thechronicallytiredgardener.ca/post/welcome-chronically-tired-gardeners</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69233db0933da9c9fc57c63c</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog Posts for Spoonies]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:15:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2fa337_a0aef55d985d4adca6cb863aec0fd4a4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>MJ</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>