The dog days of summer are here in Vermont, with many hazy, lazy days. But as I continue to seek a slower and simpler life, well, life continues to surprise me.

What started out as a typical quiet day turned into a lesson of the power of caring for those in need. Three little birds fell out of their nest and I had to figure out how to do my best to save them.

The story has a happy ending, but it led to a larger narrative that I began to explore as I wondered who would be there to catch me when I fall?

I soon realized that was the wrong question to ask. Helping hands are all around and often it is when we step out of our own needs and worries to ease the situation of another, well, that is when we find peace and wholeness.

In today’s world, what would it look like if we all committed to do our best to reach out and help another?

Lots to ponder.

So pull up a chair and join me at Old Stone Well Farm, where the welcome mat to my 18th century homestead is always out! And let me know your thoughts?

When was the last time you looked at your hands and realized they are not small at all, but have the ability to amazing acts of kindness and compassion?

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Blessings!

Recent news headlines have been weighing heavily on me and so I’ve decided to turn my back on the world for a moment to do something that fills my heart with joy: I stepped back in time, wearing my new English round gown that I got for my birthday that I celebrated June 27.

I couldn’t think of a better way to start July than by embracing quiet summer afternoons and reflecting on the wisdom of days gone by. Mostly the wisdom from Benjamin Franklin whose thoughts on life and how to live it, reshaped how I intend to spend my days.

So come and join me for this episode of Old Stone Well Farm, where I invite you to step back from everything that is happening right now and find a moment of peace, of joy, of healing and of hope. It is a blessing to have you here with me! Like and leave a comment. And make sure to invite a friend as there is always room at the farm table…or as in this episode, there is always room around the old tea table. (You’ll have to watch more to see what I am talking about!)

Blessings to you all!