2025
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Tails of Trouble: Chronicles from the Fluffside
There is something you should know before scrolling further: this blog post contains a dangerous level of cuteness. Proceed with caution, or with a squeaky toy in hand. The names of the puppies are not their actual names, just for… Continue reading
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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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Moo-king Tales of Cow-ifornia and Their Feathered Frenemies
Have you ever feel like you just walked into the set of a Disney movie and no one told you they were filming? Because that’s exactly what happened to me the other day in the pasture. There I was, minding… 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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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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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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