Category Archives: Gardening

The Sun Is Still Shining

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Doc Arnett

We would do well to avoid allowing our immediate surroundings and circumstances to shape our view of the Eternal One. Continue reading →

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In Praise of the Iris

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Just as the bud shows little of the eventual glory and beauty of the iris blossom, we rarely comprehend the wonder of God’s plan for our lives. Continue reading →

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The Richest Green

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Doc Arnett

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

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Sunsets & Horse Manure

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even when surrounded by decomposing horse manure, we can admire and appreciate the beauty of a sunset. Continue reading →

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A Mighty Fine View

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A spectacular view while shoveling composted horse manure… Continue reading →

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The Bright Side of Dark Stuff

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even something has drab and dreary as cleaning up manure has its up side: great compost for sale and tons of it! Continue reading →

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Mighty Fine Stuff

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Doc Arnett

I’m not sure exactly what it is that so draws me to making apple cider… it’s several things, I reckon. Continue reading →

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Plan C for Cider

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the day the Lord has made is so much better than the one you planned, you just feel plum loved! Continue reading →

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Bad Timing, Bad Apples

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Even in our disappointment, we can choose to focus on the positive… and enjoy ourselves more. Continue reading →

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God’s Own Cider

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It’s pretty amazing how you can take a bunch of defective apples and make wonderful cider… and how imperfect people can work together in the beauty of harmony… Continue reading →

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