Sweetie the dog keeps me company as I clean up my garden beds from two years of neglect here at Magnolia’s End. Magnolia’s End is a pretend urban farm on half an acre in the foothills of southern Appalachia. It is pretend because I am a sad excuse for a farmer, but I do consistently... Continue Reading →
If You Build It…
In the midst of spring's arrival, a journey to replenish the chicken flock begins. Despite previous hardships, hope rises with the addition of a new flock. Surprisingly, The Engineer, typically not fond of the chickens, decides to help build a better coop. The construction proves challenging, but ultimately successful, and Big Mama, the sole surviving chicken, quickly adapts to the new coop, providing daily eggs.
New Year Chickens
I have read that the first bird you see in the new year is the theme that year will take. I do not remember what the first bird I saw this year was. It is now the sixth month of the year, and my memory of something so fleeting is long gone. It was probably... Continue Reading →
Living With Intention
The pursuit of intentional living involves making conscious choices that are aligned with our values and goals. By asking "What is most important to me?" and "What do I want my life to look like?" we can shape a deliberate way of life. Embracing intentional living can transform our lives, nurturing authenticity and meaningful connections.