texas
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Sun, Sweat, and Squash: Gardening in the Heart of a Texas Summer
They say everything is bigger in Texas – and I’m convinced that includes the heat. It hits different out here. The kind of heat that wraps around you around the moment you step outside and does not let go. It’s… Continue reading
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Soul Notes on a Sunday Morning
This morning was one for the books – my heart is full. Cousins of ours were baptized today at church. They are so young, so watching them take that step in their faith brought a smile to my face. During… Continue reading
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Where the Porch Still Remembers…
Can you vision yourself standing in front of this old log house time after time? I can. I actually live across the street from this old log house. This old log house has watched over my husband’s family since the… Continue reading
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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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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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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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