⏤ the profound power of sowing. This simple, unassuming way of “loving thy neighbor” runs in my blood. My parents have always been gardeners and plant people. My mom with her vast collection of houseplants, my dad with his acres of watermelon and cantaloupe, not to...
⏤ the incredible benefits of Thyme + a few simple recipes. Thyme is an age-old classic herb that derives its name from the Greek word “thymus” meaning courage. In fact, throughout history thyme was burned as incense to invoke the spirit of courage for soldiers going...
⏤ a conversation with Anna Rountree. I gasped aloud hearing her voice on my phone. Sitting alone in a parking lot with my iced tea, I was stunned. Anna Rountree had called. Unsure how to respond outside of shrieking with sheer joy, I sat in shocked...
⏤ notes bursting with insight and joy tied up with colorful strings. Thanie’s circumference was that of a No.2 pencil. She was narrow, lean, and quietly feisty. Those last two words don’t seem to jive, but then you’ve never met Mrs. McEuen of East Broadway Street.Thanie...
⏤ evening practices to promote deeper peace and sleep. God desires that we develop understanding of His renewal process, in part that we may organically enter into a state of grace and surrender. He calls us to rest and He created us for it. Rest is...
⏤ a day in the life of tea. The ritual of brewing tea is one of the most simple and yet deeply life-giving practices we can incorporate into our daily lives. From selecting the cup, to heating the water, to steeping, stirring, even adding a touch...
⏤ As gratifying as they are tasty! The technical word may be “compound,” but we just call them yummy butter. Seriously simple to whip up, and boasting endless variations, they never fail to impress. In our last issue we included a decadent vanilla butter recipe to...
⏤ our favorite heritage breeds and egg colors. My kids never tire of lifting the lid of the nesting boxes to behold an array of rainbow-colored eggs, and neither do I! Gathering basket in hand (or sometimes simply a cardigan with deep pockets), it’s a task...
⏤ simple raised beds in four styles & growing tips. Gardening can simultaneously satisfy our stomachs with nutritious produce while nourishing our souls with the natural benefits of outdoor labor—sunshiny vitamins and sweating in the soil of hard work. Our hurried and impatient culture may have...
Shelly has long been one of my favorite teachers on Sabbath. Her insight and teaching is not only beautiful, but powerful. Have you ever witnessed a mother take a rambunctious child firmly by the shoulders, locking eyes with gentle instruction to slow down? That’s what...