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Published on May 25, 2023 - Page 18
Through generosity, house gets a makeover
It was almost bedtime when the white van pulled into the driveway, towing a big black trailer loaded to the brim. I didn't hesitate. Turning to the...
Published on May 11, 2023 - Page 8
Learning new skill takes courage but is worth it
I've always classified myself as a farm girl. I'd romp in the hay with my brothers, help Dad milk the goats, and dreamt of marrying a farmer. I now...
Published on May 4, 2023 - Page 8
Marking one year since Daniel’s death
This week was like no other in my life. Exactly a year ago our lives changed forever. My husband, Daniel, was called home to Jesus. I was grateful to...
Published on April 27, 2023 - Page 8
Tornado warning causes a scare
'Mom, the phone is for you," Julia said handing it to me. "Hello." It was Dad. Calmly he asked, "Did you hear about the tornado? It is a couple...
Published on April 20, 2023 - Page 8
Slumber party has ups and downs
'Mom, may we have a slumber party?" "Perhaps sometime when you won't have school the next morning." It was an easy answer. Time and again the...
Published on April 13, 2023 - Page 8
Marking wedding anniversary proves bittersweet
The morning dawned as all other mornings. It was cool, in fact it was downright chilly. My mind endlessly traveled to 13 years ago. It had been sunny...
Published on April 6, 2023 - Page 6
Tough week leads to new perspective
How can a Sunday afternoon possibly be so relaxing after what seemed like such an eventful week? The past week blends into something like a haze...
Published on March 30, 2023 - Page 6
Big surprise shows up on porch
'Austin, you may answer the knock on the door." The knock had come at the living room door, the room where we were relaxing and winding down for the...
Published on March 23, 2023 - Page 8
Caring for chestnut tree grove a joy
It's true. Then sun is shining and it even feels a bit like spring! The best thing about sunny days (in my way of thinking) is unwinding in the...
Published on March 16, 2023 - Page 6
Pets liven up visit with neighbors
The children and I have come to enjoy our times spent with my cousin Josh, his wife Joyce, and their five children. At any given time they, as many...

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Published on May 4, 2023 - Page 8
Marking one year since Daniel’s death
This week was like no other in my life. Exactly a year ago our lives changed forever. My husband, Daniel, was called home to Jesus. I was grateful to...
Published on May 11, 2023 - Page 8
Learning new skill takes courage but is worth it
I've always classified myself as a farm girl. I'd romp in the hay with my brothers, help Dad milk the goats, and dreamt of marrying a farmer. I now...
Published on May 25, 2023 - Page 18
Through generosity, house gets a makeover
It was almost bedtime when the white van pulled into the driveway, towing a big black trailer loaded to the brim. I didn't hesitate. Turning to the...