When I publicly declared, “I’m going to tell everyone about God,” I wasn’t prepared for what would come next. God said, “I’ve been waiting.” Everything hit me all at once, reopening wounds that needed healing. This journey prompted me to read my morning Bible in front of the farm, reminding me that you have to […]
Navigating through 1 and 2 Kings has been a challenging experience for me, especially when I don’t implement the necessary boundaries. One crucial step I took was putting my phone away. I even had to delete social media from my phone. I realized I didn’t want my device to become an idol. I don’t want […]
It’s still a challenging season on the farm with ongoing construction, the added workload of growing our flock, and the life-and-death lessons of letting a broody mama hen raise her chicks and free-ranging roosters. We’ve even had to put up a sign to help remind the neighbors to slow down and stop intentionally running over […]
As a farm owner, it’s all too easy to slip into isolation, getting lost in the demands of construction and the life-and-death realities of caring for our chickens. With timelines, due dates, and delays, it can feel overwhelming. 🐣💔 During these tough times, I’ve learned the importance of seeking extra support through therapy sessions, heartfelt […]
It’s incredibly hard to have faith when everything feels like it’s failing, hurting, or dying. Life can throw challenges at us in a way that seems unbearable, leaving us questioning our strength and purpose. For me, these past few years have been a whirlwind of trials. My husband has been sick, enduring five years of […]
As I dive into our journey as beginner modern homesteaders, I want to share the events leading up to a devastating decision that changed everything for our us—culling our entire flock and closing the farm for nearly two years. It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with excitement, heartache, and a small amount of hope. […]
As I sit down to write, I find myself reflecting on a question I often encounter: “So you’re talking about God now… you’re so fake.” It’s a comment that stings, but it also highlights a crucial aspect of my journey—authenticity in my faith. For many years, I lived in survival mode. Life was a whirlwind […]
The Beginning of Our Journey It all began with a trip to Tractor Supply, where we picked up baby ducks, chickens, and turkens. Armed with a puppy playpen and a red-light heating lamp from our previous experience with baby ducks, we were ready to embark on this new venture. The excitement was overwhelming as we […]