As the season change, I find myself wondering where is the time going?
The other day, when I was feeling especially melancholy, I decided to take my wooden pail out into the woods for a little nutting. Yes, you read correctly — I celebrated Nutting Day.
And it did wonders for my soul, especially as under the leaves and among the sticks I had many a God moment.
So if you find yourself feeling a bit blue, or overwhelmed, or just needing a break, then I invite you visit with me at my 18th century home and gather some nuts and discover how every season there is something beautiful to discover.
I can’t believe the official end to summer has come, but I am excited that fall is right around the corner. I am already enjoying pumpkin spice everything!
So, I just returned from a week-long 18th-century timber framing class and, as always, there were so many God moments! Not only did I learn how to use a chisel and a mallet (which I sort of failed at…you’ll find out what happened when you watch this episode!), I learned the value of community and how important it is to work together.
But as I was working with others in constructing a timber frame the old-fashioned way, I got to thinking about the building that matters the most to God. No, not a church building….but us.
Mother Teresa once said that we were the dwelling place of the living God. We are the homes, the houses, the sanctuaries in which God dwells in. And as such, well, I guess I am wondering how strong of a foundation is this home, and how am I building a life that will stand the test of time and point to the love of God in the world?
Yes, a lot of questions on my heart.
But for now, I can’t wait to catch up with you and share all the sights and insights from my recent adventure!
So pull up a chair, make yourself comfy, pour a cup of tea or coffee or a cool glass of lemonade (it’s still quite warm here in Vermont!), and let’s enjoy a wonderful visit together!
accidental country pastor 