Our long time neighbor, Mickey McFarland, died a few weeks ago. When we first moved in at the end of […]
Optional Homework
Starting my senior year of college, I received a phone call from the university’s College of Education. Apparently my two […]
Stay in Your Lane
Leaving town last week, I spotted a large orange sign that read, “Stay in your lane.” I snickered. What an […]
I Hate Cancer
I hate cancer. I hate the way it sneaks up out of nowhere and preys on fear and uncertainty. Age […]
Be a Blessing. Every. Single. Day.
In hope of saving a few dollars on doors and windows, a friend took me to Jacksonville this weekend to […]
Waiting for the Tree to Fall
We are slowly building our house. It’s been two and half years and we are only a few weeks away […]
Forgetting How to Fly
One of the many joys of country life is getting to experience all kinds of critters. On any given evening […]
Teaching Chickens How to Roost
I rounded the corner and spied both of my boys and my husband in the small chicken pen out front. […]
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
I’ve learned so much this week. Part of my job is coordinating, connecting, and reaching out to folks within our […]
Show Up: Something Is Better Than Nothing
Life has gotten busy. Fast! The boys started back to school and they are both playing soccer. My college classes […]