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Hey there! I'm Sarah, a mama to 4 littles and wife to one hard workin' farmer (who happens to be my sweetie since high school). I have my Ph.D in the field of education, but these days I can be found cleaning peanut butter & jelly off the counter, dreaming of traveling the world, hosting “get-togethers” for my family & friends, and chasing my kids around the farm. I'm the author of Moo, Moo Nap, Nap; The Growing Season: A Year of Down-on-the-Farm Devotions and Loved Baby: 31 Devotions Helping You Grieve and Cherish Your Child After Pregnancy Loss. Please make yourself at home. I hope this place gives you a bit of respite. Just know I'm a true southerner...so a lot of y'alls might be thrown in the mix.

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Farm wife. Author. Momx4. Traveler. LINK👇Books: Moo, Moo Nap, Nap;Wake Up, Little Seed;The Growing Season & Loved Baby 🐝 🐑 🌱

When something “ruffles your feathers,” how do you

When something “ruffles your feathers,” how do you respond? 🦆❤️

One evening, four-year-old Beckham decided to take matters into his own hands after hearing plenty about the ducks that had made a habit of taking over our family swimming pool. With the family dog, Flower, by his side, he proudly showed up with what he believed was the ultimate gift for his mama: one of those troublesome ducks.

His heart was in the right place, even if his decision definitely called for a serious conversation afterward.
Looking back, the bigger lesson wasn’t really about the duck at all. It was about choosing how to respond when life surprises us, frustrates us, or leaves us completely speechless.

“Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14
Love is patient. Love is kind. Love doesn’t always mean ignoring a poor choice, but it does mean responding with grace, patience, and wisdom.

Beckham was showing me love (in a round about way) and I showed him love through mercy.

So whatever happens today, whether it’s something small or something that truly ruffles your feathers, may we choose to respond in love. And mercy. ❤️

Author Update ✍️ In September I submitted my new

Author Update ✍️

In September I submitted my new devotional manuscript to @broadstreet_publishing. Last week my inbox received their edits on the document. Thankfully they said it was “smooth sailing” through their editing process. 🙌

That, my friends, is a relief!

What does this mean? They edited the document for grammar and punctuation, but also for substantive changes. They recommended some sentence flow and content changes. They also looked at all my Biblical claims to make certain they align with the scriptures appropriately.

So now I go through the document to find all the “red text” and decide if I agree with the changes and I make any other changes they request. I turn it back in by November 12th.

I adore the collaborative nature of this process.

So what am I doing today? Overseeing edits with Britbox playing in the background.

“It’s a writer’s life for me” (my fellow Disney fans can sing it to the tune of “pirates life for me” Ha!)

It’s the trip I always DREAD (and often back out o

It’s the trip I always DREAD (and often back out of..ha!) but for over twenty years we’ve been hiking Mt. LeConte in the Smoky Mountains and staying overnight at the primitive cabins (no running water, electricity or indoor bathrooms). It’s the highest guest lodge in the Eastern US. The only way to get in is to hike. Over two days we hiked what seemed like 30 miles (probably 14) and took in all the amazing views.

I might always dread it, but I never regret it. As @hai_hai_010 says “It’s family tradition and good for our souls!”

It was the best weather and the peak season for the leaves. Perry was coaching a soccer game for Beckham and couldn’t go— which meant I couldn’t back out. Ha! My calves are sore today, but my heart is lighter from getting 7 hours of hiking/bonding time with this crew, pushing my own limits, and being out in what Dolly calls “God’s Coloring Book.”

Whatever you’re facing today, keep believing, keep

Whatever you’re facing today, keep believing, keep praying, and keep trusting God. Nothing is impossible with Him. 🙏❤️

From tiny seed to gorgeous pumpkin in 90 days! 🎃 W

From tiny seed to gorgeous pumpkin in 90 days! 🎃
Watch the whole journey on our family farm—planting, growing, and harvesting. This is the real-life version of the story I tell in Wake Up, Little Seed.

Same little seed. Same patient waiting. Same joyful harvest.

If your kids love watching things grow (or you’re just a sucker for farm magic like we are), this one’s for you.

Grab Wake Up, Little Seed (the lift-the-flap board book) and come grow with us.

What’s your favorite part of pumpkin season? Tell me in the comments 👇

#WakeUpLittleSeed #farmlife #farm #farmer #childrensbook

PS I’m so happy to meet you! I’m Sarah- author of devotionals and children’s books. I live on our family farm. 🤍🌱

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Fall Calving Season 🤍

Fall Calving Season 🤍

October is recognized as Pregnancy and Infant Loss

October is recognized as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to honor and remember families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death.

I hope this three minute message lets you know you are loved and also reminds you of the hope of eternity: your new due date.

I wrote Loved Baby: 31 Devotions Helping You Grieve and Cherish Your Child After Pregnancy Loss to let you know you and your child are loved.

Please let me know how I can pray for you. Write the name of your baby in the comments below & imagine our precious ones all together in the glory of Heaven.

So much love to you,
Sarah

The face of a child who was expecting a night of m

The face of a child who was expecting a night of mini-golf but, because of a badly entered Lyft drop off and need of pivoting the evening, turned me into just telling the driver “it’s too late for putt putt, just take us on a driving tour of all the Scientology buildings and tell us everything you know about it.” My son is now afraid of people in suits walking in downtown Clearwater. Ha!!! And I’m about to order every book I can find on the topic. Had a great two days at the beach with friends. And thankful my family can always go with the flow. Highly recommend driving tours through cult areas. Ha!!!!! Keep following me for more unhinged vacation advice.

A rainy day with no where to be turned into the ab

A rainy day with no where to be turned into the absolute best day. We painted, legos, and cleaned while the boys worked cattle. The big two are off on a church youth retreat. I’m insanely protective of our time — some weeks are break neck pace busy, and when that happens I make sure we also get days that are slow and steady where we enjoy our home.

The pinks and blues of this sunset sky deserves a

The pinks and blues of this sunset sky deserves a space on the grid. Even Stella ran in to say “ Come outside! Look at the sky!!”

Our first Disney Cruise 🚢🌟 Our friends found a dee

Our first Disney Cruise 🚢🌟 Our friends found a deeply discounted cruise and we said “yes!” So did a whole crew of our friends and family.

From the beaches to the pool to the dining room to the kid’s club to the 13th deck we literally closed everything down. It was truly a magical experience.

Don’t let the photos fool you- Stella spent two days of being sea sick and that was not fun. For me or her. Ha!

But the Disney Fantasy was amazing. The teams that work on the ship (like Ravi and Vicky) made it incredible.

Thanks again, Disney (& Perry 🤣) for a great vacay!

Patriotic Pick recap! Every year we look forward t

Patriotic Pick recap! Every year we look forward to supporting @sofwarriorfnd efforts to provide financial assistance to the children of Special Ops who have been killed in the line of duty. @jillwagner & @urban_cimo open their farm for a huge benefit that’s full of fun & support.

Being with our Tellico Plains framily is always a blessing! We stock up on @atwaterskincare , @honey_springs_farm & the BEST apple fritters from the Pellegrino family.

My favorite part of having my book booth was having one of my little readers, Harper, presenting a book she wrote for me. She’s the newest little author around these parts.

🥧 Looking for the perfect comfort food this fall?

🥧 Looking for the perfect comfort food this fall?

Try my friend Lacey’s Chicken Pot Pie! It’s warm, hearty, and full of Southern comfort.
(Tip: You can boil the chicken OR my preferred method is to cook the chicken in the crockpot and assemble all the ingredients soon as I get home.)

Ingredients:
• 1 box Pillsbury pie crusts, containing 2 crusts
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 29-ounce can Veg-All Homestyle Large Cut Vegetables
• 1 8.75-ounce can whole kernel corn
• 2 10.5-ounce cans cream of chicken soup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Bake the bottom crust in a deep pie dish according to the package directions. Boil the chicken until fully cooked, then finely slice or shred it into a large bowl.
Drain the vegetables and corn, then mix them with the chicken, cream of chicken soup, salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the baked crust, top with the remaining uncooked crust and cut a few holes for ventilation.
Bake at 350°F for 30–40 minutes.
Enjoy, and be sure to snap a photo of your pot pie and share it in the comments! 🍂

Tobacco baskets may be a farmhouse decorating tren

Tobacco baskets may be a farmhouse decorating trend, but for our family, they are reminders of where the farm began.

Tobacco once filled hundreds of acres here and shaped our family farm. Eventually, changing costs and changing times led us to move on. Sometimes growth requires leaving part of the past behind.

Change is rarely easy, whether it involves farming, family traditions, or even the things we hold on to in our homes. But we can move forward with resilience when we stand on the firm foundation of a God who never changes.

What might you need to release from the past so you can better embrace the present? 🤎

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We Remember. 🇺🇸

We Remember. 🇺🇸

🍂 Let’s welcome fall! Smell the campfires, watch

🍂 Let’s welcome fall!

Smell the campfires, watch the leaves turn colors, sip the apple cider, and enjoy quiet evenings.

Even though the weather is still warm here in TN, the days on the calendar are turning to autumn.

On our farm, this season brings harvesting crops, chopping corn silage, maintaining equipment, sowing cover crops, and weaning cattle. We thank all the people who help on our farm!

We are also growing pumpkins. They aren’t quite ready yet…but will soon be ready for harvest.

But in the middle of the busyness, let’s remember to savor the food, the friendships, and the Savior.

What would you like to plant in your life, what can you sow?

What would you like to cultivate, what is already growing that needs your attention?

What might need to be pruned, trimmed back or released?
Choose a fall scripture that speaks to you and share it in the comments below. 🍁🌾

Labor Day is one of my favorite holidays because i

Labor Day is one of my favorite holidays because it is so low key. No agenda. No special events. Just sunshine and relaxation.

Wishing you a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day with family and friends! ❤️🤍💙

#HappyLaborDay

🍎🌽 Fresh flavors of September are here! 🍂 Figs al

🍎🌽 Fresh flavors of September are here! 🍂

Figs all day long! We have a small little fig tree beside our campfire area on our farm. They are delicious. What's your favorite off this list?

#FarmFresh #SeasonalProduce

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