My mornings are routine, mostly. Coffee first, let the dogs out and then feed them breakfast. Then I sit down to read a few verses of my bible before letting the day take over. This morning I came across Psalm 23. The 23rd psalm is among the most famous passages of Scripture. Among Christians, it … Continue reading A Psalm to remember
Author: MindySteele
Make 2023 ~ the year of Simplicity
It's amazing how fast a year can come...and go! I'm not one for resolutions, but it never hurts to set goals for yourself. This year I'm focusing more on living each day intentionally, and one at a time. I'm also embracing the simple. Growing up Appalachian, I know how to live simple and frugal down … Continue reading Make 2023 ~ the year of Simplicity
An Amish Christmas
Though it differs slightly in each community the Christmas season is celebrated by the Amish. This is a very special time, one to reflect on the true reason for the season and with large families large, can last until February. In anticipation of the holiday, many Amish families decorate with greens inside their homes. Christmas … Continue reading An Amish Christmas
Sunday Pews and good intentions.
Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com In a small community, barely big enough to toss a stone over, was the First Baptist Church. Only a handful of folks shied away from warming a pew on a Sunday morning and Ann Beckler, ladies group coordinator, pianist, and preachers wife, was determine to see every seat filled. … Continue reading Sunday Pews and good intentions.
That hum of my childhood.
Growing up a lumberman's daughter was quite the adventure. I know I got my love for hiking and national parks from my dad. Some of his strong work-ethic, but knowing that I will be writing until I'm called home, makes me think of the man who at 81 still works alongside men in their twenties. … Continue reading That hum of my childhood.
Bittersweet
Dear Friends, As I return to my office this morning, I'm reflecting on the last few weeks. Fall has arrived and the first frost of the season remind me how fragile life is. The mountain I call home is changing too. The lush green is sporting a lot of yellow, red, and orange, turning yet … Continue reading Bittersweet
Getting from there, to here
I'm currently working on book four of my Miller's Creek series and was writing in a scene how my heroine traveled by scooter from one place to another. I realized I had never written about this topic before. The Amish, well-known for their buggies, do travel various of ways. Many here in rural northern Kentucky … Continue reading Getting from there, to here
Weather Proverbs, Lore, and Old Wives’ Tales
Growing up on the edges of Appalachia, I have always been drawn to Folk Lore and Old Wives' Tales. As August has arrived I'm reminded to start counting the fogs. I've done this now for about six years, and it has yet to fail me. Counting the morning fogs each day in August is known … Continue reading Weather Proverbs, Lore, and Old Wives’ Tales
Back to School
At the beginning of the month I was asked to speak at the local university. It has been a great many years since I walked the campus taking writing and English courses. These youngies are in Outward Bound, and part of the writing/journalism course. This is my second year and I admit, a lot has … Continue reading Back to School
Love At It’s Core
March is Kidney Donor Month, but for the Steele family June is when we most celebrate the gift of giving. Mike and I married in the summer of 1998. We blended together our families, added to it, and anticipated all the years we had to watch our babies grow. Our children are our world, and … Continue reading Love At It’s Core