gardening + spirituality + homesteading + creation care
Recently, I was asked why I returned to my hometown to live as an adult. I responded that I felt compelled to give back to the community that raised me. Typically that answer satisfies people, and they smile politely and we move on in… Continue Reading “lessons learned: giving back to the community that raised me”
In honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther’s King’s celebrated day today, I have selected some of my favorite quotes by him. I consider him to be one of my heroes, and his words have mentored me through many a season in my life.… Continue Reading “honoring the man who dared to stand”
As I sat down to write this morning, I realized that “hope” has become a consistent theme through my blog. I’ve reflected on new flowers peeking out from bulbs buried in winter snow, tiny hostas surviving a late May freeze, and long lost plants… Continue Reading “lessons learned: ladybugs and hope”