I never expected June to come with so much pressure—the kind that whispers so much to do, so little time. Last year, I was in a role that required me to work through the summer. It was the first time I had done that since college. As a former teacher, summers off had always been…
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A Place to Begin Again
Today I write to you from our porch. It’s a sunny, breezy, and low-humidity morning. The birds are busy singing, fish are jumping on the pond, and the occasional Cessna cruises by in the sky. It’s one of those “perfect” mornings I wish I could repeat every day. Do you have a favorite season? Every…
God’s Grace in the Garden
This article was originally published in Link2Us Magazine. If living in the country has taught me anything, it is that there is an abundance of grace to be found every morning we wake. Giving us the gift of a fresh start and another chance to press forward into the purpose God has for us. And…
In the Middle of Spring
Ever since moving to the country, spring has become a marked time in my life. I can still remember being surprised by the woodpecker who thought our wood gutters were a suitable place to peck. I’d slide open the old, cloudy window that faced the pond and yell, “Go on, Woody!” It wouldn’t be too…
A Year to Rise
By Christina Cison@ourcornerofcurrituck We purchased our dream property in March 2020, adjusting our closing date due to the world shutting down. I remember reflecting on two comforts during those first few anxiety-filled weeks. First, our house had already stood for over 130 years, protecting families through many storms, hurricanes, and a previous pandemic. And second,…
A Story of Resilience
New this week on the grounded in the middle podcast! Of Wings & Dirt with Kimberly Phinney invites you on an intimate journey through the verses of Kimberly Phinney’s profound poetry collection. In each episode, Kimberly delves into her deeply personal narrative of facing mental and physical illness, the heartache of infertility, and the joy…
Taking the 5 Leaps: Experiencing God’s Faithfulness as You Respond to His Call
Discovering Your God-Ordained Path with Rachel G. Scott Many people yearn for greater fulfillment in life but struggle to move beyond their current circumstances to embrace their God-ordained calling. Without faith and direction, fear and uncertainty can prevent us from surrendering our desires and fully trusting God. Bible teacher and author Rachel G. Scott addresses…
Homestead Hearth
New this week! Hey there, friend! I want to welcome you to the newest addition to the Farmhouse Storyteller Journal- Homestead Hearth, where we celebrate the heart and soul of homestead cooking. Our homestead is a cherished gathering place for tired hog drivers to Sunday dinner. Just as the hearth symbolizes warmth and togetherness, we…
Crafting Connections
New this week! Hey there, friend! In the latest episode of Grounded in the Middle, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Pollyann Giffin, the visionary founder behind PALMA Artisan. As a dedicated school teacher with an innate flair for travel, style, and functionality, Pollyann has embarked on a journey that seamlessly merged her…
Sustaining your Pursuit of Happiness
New this week! Hey there, friend!I spent this past week in Washington, D.C. for work and had the opportunity to visit the Vietnam Veterans Wall, something that has been a dream of mine since learning about Johnny Wehr, a family member to the homestead, who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice. On July 20, 1945,…