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My Sweet Sydney…
Happy 16th Birthday! 16. I can hardly believe I am writing that number – it feels like just yesterday I was holding you in my arms, marveling at the tiny miracle that made me a mom. Somehow you’ve grown into… Continue reading
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The Fellowship of the Farm: Goats, Grits, and Galloping Giggles
Welcome to another wild episode of Farmyard Chronicles, where the grass is always greener and the drama is delightfully unscripted. Today’s tale? A full-blown soap operas featuring goats with attitude, sheep in love, a slightly suspicious bird, and one dog… Continue reading
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Forest Gossip and The Bird with Attitude
You know that one neighbor who hears everything, like, she somehow knows what time you watered your plants, when your dog barked, and how many cookies you didn’t share with your kids? Yeah, that’s this bird! The Watcher in the… Continue reading
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The Bee Side of Life: A Day in the Sky with Buzz Aldrin (the Insect Version)
Let me introduce you to the unsung hero of the skies: Buzz Aldrin. No, not that Buzz — this one has 6 legs, 2 wings, and a personal vendetta against camera shyness. I stumbled upon what I can only describe… Continue reading
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Waking Up with Jesus and the Rattlings of my Tractor
You ever have one of those mornings where you wake up and just know that the day is going to hit different? This morning, I cracked my eyes open before my alarm even had a chance to earn its keep—more… Continue reading
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Spring 2025 Lufkin Art Guild Show
The Lufkin Art Guild Spring 2025 Art Show kicked off on a bright Monday morning at the Kurth Memorial Library, filling the space with a blend of talent spanning generations. From junior high students taking their first steps into the… Continue reading
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Car Selfie Revolution: TikTok Inspired Fun!
Hey there, selfie enthusiasts! If you’ve ever found yourself taking the same old boring selfies in the car, you’re not alone. Recently, I stumbled upon a TikTok video that opened my eyes to a whole new world of car photography.… Continue reading
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Lufkin Art Walk 2025: A Day of Creativity and Surprises
Strolling through the vibrant streets of downtown Lufkin, Texas, for the annual Art Walk, I felt a pulse of energy that resonated with creativity and community spirit. The sun was shining, casting a warm glow over the colorful displays and… Continue reading
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Karl and the Red Cardinals
I know this isn’t a red cardinal, but this is Karl, my youngest’s delightful pet who reminds us of a modern-day Garfield. Every day, he perches here, eagerly looking out the window, excitedly waiting for the charming red cardinals that… Continue reading
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The Forgotten Tractor
Standing in the admist of the remnants of a once-thriving wooded forest, my gaze is drawn to an old tractor, its colors faded and chipping, but its spirit still palpable. Each angle, each rusted part tells a story, whispering tales… Continue reading
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