Category Archives: Gardening

Fruitful Even in the Lean Season

Even when we do not bear all of the fruit that we desire, we can still give rest and bear witness that we were created to serve others. Continue reading

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A Hope of Roses

Even when it seems that all that shows is hopeless, hope yet lies beneath the surface. Continue reading

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The Un-giving Trees

Some hearts hold on to everything and share nothing. The abundant heart is a generous heart. Continue reading

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A Shifting of Seasons

Sometimes the shifting of the seasons comes so subtly you can barely tell; this was not one of those times! Continue reading

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Feeding After the Storm

Evening has a special peace–and beauty–after a storm has passed. Continue reading

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Beauty Harvest

Late evening, honeysuckle blooms and a small swarm of hummingbird moths… Continue reading

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Morning Chores

Watering plants on a cool summer morning forms its own scenes of beauty, duty and shared love. Continue reading

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The One-Apple Orchard

One apple sure isn’t much for an orchard… but it’s a start. Continue reading

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A Mind for Every Season

Having to mow the yard every few days is part of the price for a bumper crop season but every season is right for helping others. Continue reading

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A Passing Witness

There’s something almost magical, certainly surreal, about an isolated storm that passes quickly and leaves the air fresh and clean. Continue reading

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