Another Garden Path
Sometimes the best conversations don’t stay on the porch.
Every now and then, one thought leads to another, a memory opens a new door, or a simple question sends us wandering somewhere unexpected. Those little detours often become some of life’s richest lessons.
Come along and see where this garden path leads.
The Apron on the Hook
I’ve noticed something about kitchens over the years. The nicest ones always seem to have something hanging on a hook. Sometimes it’s a well-used dish towel. Sometimes it’s an old cast iron skillet waiting for supper. And every now and then, it’s an apron that looks like it has seen just about everything – and… (keep reading…)
The Heart of Hospitality
If you’ve ever spent much time on a porch, you’ve probably noticed something. People don’t remember whether the rocking chairs matched. They don’t remember if the flowerpots were full or if the porch rail needed another coat of paint. What they remember is how they felt while they were there. They remember the heart of… (keep reading…)
The Simple Life Isn’t Smaller —It’s Deeper
Somewhere along the way, folks got the idea that living a simple life meant settling for less. Less excitement. Less comfort. Less ambition. Less fun. I’ve always wondered how that happened. Maybe it’s because, from the outside, a simple life can look…well…ordinary. There’s laundry hanging on the line, weeds that seem to grow faster than… (keep reading…)
Some Things Just Deserve a Stamp
Have you noticed that going to the mailbox isn’t nearly as much fun as it used to be? I don’t know about you, but for me? Most days it’s pretty predictable. There are bills that need paying, advertisements for things I never knew I needed, and a handful of sales flyers that usually find their… (keep reading…)