When it Rains. It Pours.

Hey there! Any chance it’s been raining where you are? This past weekend we had a strong line of storms move through the middle at night. Knowing the meteorologist were serious in their reports, we stopped and bought a new weather radio, so we had an additional way of receiving notifications of what was headed…

Look Up.

Hey there! When is the last time you looked up during one of your busiest days? It is so easy for a day to come and go in a blink but when days turn into a week and then into a month, it may just be time for you to stop and look up. Taking…

Be On Guard This Spring

Friends, I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Per the usual, Mother Nature decided to give us the gift of snow as we approach the first day of spring or maybe it was her way of ensuring we appreciate the warm weather we are supposed to receive later this week. I’m not sure about you,…

Balance.

Friend, With only a couple of days left in February and some record-breaking warm temps in the Ohio Valley, I haven’t been able to keep myself from thinking ahead to spring. The anticipation of the transition from winter to spring comes with excitement and a renewed energy, but at the same time a different schedule…

What’s Your Story?

Hey there friend! Last week on the Grounded in the Middle podcast was the first in the “What’s Your Story?” series where the focus is on YOU and your personal story. This week I’m diving in a bit deeper into why it’s important to look back and reflect on what has carried you to this…

1899-Open to see what I found!

Hey there friend! This past Friday I took the day and went to Cambridge City, Indiana. I love this town because it’s not only beautiful and full of history, being on what was known as the National Road, but also because it’s downtown charming and the streets are lined with small cafes and antique stores….

Did you miss out?

Hey there friend! If you missed joining this month’s snail mail recipe exchange, no worries! You can simply email me at danielle@farmhousestoryteller.com with your name and mailing address and I will be happy to put you on the list for next month’s exchange. Inspiration behind the exchange. Gathering around the table with those we love…

There is Hope + A New Beginning Awaiting You.

Hey there friend! With a week away from the new year, have you taken some time to reflect over the year? How are you different from the beginning of the year? What risks or pauses did you lean into and how did they shape where you are today? It may not come as a surprise…

Wishing you a week of wandering

Hey there friend! How are you? Are you ready for this coming weekend or are you still working down your to-do list? I’m also kind of wondering if you are feeling the same about the holiday or have you lost a bit of that “jingle” in your step? As you may find yourself feeling a…

Christmas Time in the Middle

Hey there friend! It’s a busy time out here in the country! Our sweet little town had its first community tree lighting. As a member of our local Good Neighbor group and as a board member of our historical society, we collaborated in decorating the museum, prepared “Santa’s Workshop” where families came to visit Santa…