When Ray and I saw Bobby at the party the other day, Ray told him about a recent conversation with a mutual friend. The friend had quoted Bobby's daddy. That other conversation was about one of human beings' favorite subjects: the weather, specifically how hot it has been around here. Our mutual ... View Post

All hands on deck! That's been the battle cry around our family and Notgrass History for weeks. We are nearing a printing deadline for a new product. That always means, "Okay, Team, let's pull together and get this done!" I love that God gave Christians work to do. He could do everything ... View Post

The wise homeschooling mama is a detective. She is always on the lookout for her children's strengths. As she watches, she encourages and nourishes those strengths. At our friend Jo's funeral, one of her longtime friends talked about her exuberant personality. They met in third grade. He said she ... View Post

Stars always do the will of God, so do birds and trees and planets and butterflies and snails and turtles and streams and on the list goes. God is in charge. He sends forth springs in the valleys; They flow between the mountains . . .  They give drink to every beast of the field; The wild ... View Post

When I have a joy or sorrow to share, I am picky about who I talk to. I want someone who has taken this verse deeply to heart: Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Romans 12:15 For those important conversations, I'm looking for a heart-to-heart connection. God was ... View Post