We make no farming decisions, plans, or dreams for the future in the months of September and October. After a summer full of before-dawn to after-dark days of farm chores, making and hauling hay, moving pastured animals, preparing and traveling to farmers markets, and working in at least a little fun here and there—well, we’re…
It’s the best time of the year! But wait—is it? Let’s be honest. I really want it to be. I absolutely love Thanksgiving, and I head into December with the very best intentions, but inevitably, something happens . . . Turkey Day brings all of our family together for a feast fit for a king….
When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways. For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as…
The holiday season is quickly approaching and, unfortunately, opportunities to fall into the traps of need-to, should-do, must-have, and must-do come with it. Trying to keep up with everything we think we should do during the holiday season just leads to stress and steals the joy of the holidays. While we may not be able…
As the hustle and bustle of schoolyear activities were beginning to overtake our days, my oldest child approached me and said, “I want to talk about dance.” She then pulled out a pros and cons list she’d created. My daughter has been dancing with this studio since she was in first grade, and now she’s…
With the holidays quickly approaching, I often remind myself of a moment with my daughters a few years ago. Our schedule was rushed– isn’t that always the case–and we were running late for a family gathering. I promised the girls that I would relax, and we would just get there when we got there. I…