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Thriving on the Dung Pile

Weeds growing on a dry muck heap develop impressive roots systems to not just survive, but thrive.

God can turn manure into humus… Continue reading →

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Irises

Tender moments, quiet conversation, true worship… and irises. Shared beauty. Continue reading →

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The Hope of Wildflowers

Being pleasantly surprised by a hearty patch of volunteer wildflowers by our house makes the summer a bit brighter. Continue reading →

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Strawberry Fields Forever

There have been many times in my life when “different than I expected” turned out to be “better than I expected.” Continue reading →

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The Richest Green

Each season yields its cost and its beauty until all of Earth’s duty is done. Continue reading →

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Planting in the Hard Places

An old parking lot seems an unlikely spot for a tomatoe garden… Continue reading →

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Welcoming the Cool of an August Haze

It’s good from time to time
to keep the mind from ruining a thing
by trying too hard to explain it.

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The Straightening

I remember watching, and sometimes helping, my father straighten up stalks of sweet corn that had been blown over by a storm. Continue reading →

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The Glory of a Garden

Do you get excited about seeing seeds sprout in a garden? I rather imagine that God takes similar delight in watching our spiritual growth. Continue reading →

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Tough Plantings

Does planting tomatoes in a parking lot prove I’m desperate or determined? Or just dumber than a cracked rock? Continue reading →

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