As America celebrated fathers last weekend, there’s some irony in considering a painting of the most notable mother in human history, Mother Mary. But first, … Read More ›
“Want to take care of a bottle lamb?” Wade held his phone. The question lingered. Such lambs must be hand-fed with a bottle rather than … Read More ›
By now, most of us are eager to celebrate Easter. Who else can practically taste the deviled eggs and chocolate bunnies? But before the joy … Read More ›
It’s mud season. We’ve been busy with lambs and garden planning, but we truly excel at mud harvesting. Besides the fields, mud clings to the … Read More ›
“Whatever is behind this door,” she seemed to brace herself as she inserted the key into the lock, “Don’t let anything surprise you.” Those were … Read More ›
I expected exactly the opposite. I had thought living on a farm would make me despise the coming of cold weather, but while the world … Read More ›
As I sat in church the other day, I was in awe of its simple beauty. Candlelight flickered; the morning sun radiated through the stain … Read More ›
Children’s stories, like the quiet places of nature, often carry more than what first meets the eye. Beneath their simple narratives, they whisper truths that … Read More ›
When we first moved to the farm, my dream was to incorporate as many Biblical elements as possible into our land. Seeing sheep gently graze … Read More ›
Whether it’s with the early birds, worms, and coffee, or in the evening with Wade and lightening bugs, in a front porch rocking chair is … Read More ›