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Click below to grab the PDF Rosh Hashanna script (designed in Canva). The layout might be a little "work in progress," but hey - it's ready for you to use this year. Download it, celebrate, and let me know how it goes! Next year, after I give it a little design fix-up, I'll be offering it for sale - so think of this as the "sneak preview" edition - free to enjoy for now!

. If you look closely, you'll see a lively woman her boots splashing through puddles as she leaps into Gator. She's my human, holding a shepherd's rod in one hand and a dented metal bucket in the other. While some folks might enjoy their coffee, she prefers the morning greeting of a curious goat or the velvet softness of a gentle lamb's nose – little reminders of the Creator’s goodness. The animals greet her with friendly muzzles, their breath warm and sweet.

I’ve watched our culture shift and the influence of Christianity decline.  In his book, Battle Cry for a Generation, Ron Luce, of Teen Mania, published these sobering statistics: The Builder Generation (1910 – 1945) 65% claimed to be born again Baby Boomers (1946 – 1964) 35% claim to be born again Gen Xers (or Buster Generation) (1965 – 1980) 16% claim to be born again The Millennials (1981-2001) 4% claim to be born again Do you see the trend? 

When given the opportunity,the kids engaged in worship and had a genuine encounter with God. Later, when I asked the kids what they experienced, most of them said they felt “peace” or had a sense of comfort.

Have you ever noticed how the company we keep can shape who we become? On our farm, a funny little duck taught me this lesson in a way I’ll never forget. In “The Duck Who Thought She Was a Chicken: Choosing Wise Friends,” I share how one duck’s story reveals the surprising power of friendship—and why choosing the right companions can help us (and our children) grow into who we’re truly meant to be.

Marriage is a reflection of this divine love, and I am deeply grateful to have experienced its steadfastness in both my marriage and my faith.

We have a duck who thinks she is a chicken! Why? Because she hangs out with the chickens. I fondly call them “the amigos.” She has been with them since birth.

In Hebrew, ezer means helper, aid, or strength. Almost every place in the Bible where ezer appears in the Bible, it refers to God Himself - as one who saves, strengthens and protects Israel. God is an ezer to Israel. Ezer Kenegdo, the Hebrew word for helper describes the function of a woman. It is a statement of who she is, not what she is.  The woman is given a purpose for existing. Being an ezer kenegdo is about your purpose and strength, not just your role. It was never me

Mom’s – Your uniqueness is being celebrated today!  On our farm, we just finished Kidding and Lambing season – and even in the animal kingdom, there is a special bond between mother and child.  Here is one of my favorite pictures.  As a mother goat or lamb cleans her baby for the first time, she is making what I call "Mommy sounds."

The day after Sukkot, Feast of Tabernacles, our Jewish friends celebrate Simchat Torah with joyful dancing.  Simchat Torah means “Rejoicing in Torah.” They do this because they are starting a new cycle of the yearly Torah readings with Genesis. The day before, on the last day of Sukkot, they read the final portion of the Torah in Deuteronomy.

With promises of long life, joy, and guidance, it's a no-brainer to seek after wisdom. The book of Proverbs is a rich resource for doing just that.

Some time ago, 2020 and "20/20" vision started popping into my mind..But here's what I feel like the Lord is whispering: as we move into 2020, we already carry the hindsight and wisdom we need to face whatever this year and decade may bring.  Don’t doubt yourself. The Lord has equipped you with everything you need to pursue your goals and visions. Don’t let the past stop you!!

..Watch my grandkids having a blast as they groove to the movements of “The Cha Cha Song” on our sheep farm! This upbeat, faith-filled song from Mary Seidler’s Hearts of Fire album is perfect for getting kids moving, laughing, and praising together. Your children or church group will love singing and dancing along just as much - give it a try and join the fun!