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    • Congratulations, Mom and Dad! FIFTY YEARS of marriage!! Now that’s a loooooong time!!! I am convinced that we, as Christ-followers, need to celebrate Biblical marriage, especially those unions that have survived for many years. It really is a big deal for a man and woman to reach the celebratory milestones of one anniversary after another.

    • Yesterday I got a promotional packet in the mail from a nationally known Christian publisher. Enclosed was a sample of a new Bible study for students along with a cover letter from the entity’s Director of Students. The first sentence of his letter certainly was a “hook” for me. “Most of us would struggle if

    • Yesterday I got a promotional packet in the mail from a nationally known Christian publisher. Enclosed was a sample of a new Bible study for students along with a cover letter from the entity’s Director of Students. The first sentence of his letter certainly was a “hook” for me. “Most of us would struggle if

    • A few years ago, I strongly disliked my birthday, but I think I’ve figured out why. Back when Rusty and I were in our thirties, we were in the fiercest part of our unsuccessful procreative battle. With each birthday, I was reminded that we were getting another year closer to not being able to have

    • October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We are seeing the campaign symbols everywhere. The iconic pink ribbons. The “early detection is the best cure” slogans. The pink cleats and gloves on NFL players. The reminders are ever before us. During this month, the awareness of breast cancer is being promoted. Survivors are being honored; the

    • Twenty-three years is a LONG time! Just ask my husband, Rusty Farmer! I cannot believe it. This month Rusty and I will celebrate our 23rd wedding anniversary. I remember years ago, my pastor’s wife telling me that she and our pastor had been married 16 years, and I thought, “My goodness! That’s a long time.

    • I’m so glad I included “Somewhere Around Elkhorn” as a category for the EGM posts! Every blog needs a catch-all place! And a brief report of this spring’s turkey season fits nicely here. Don’t you think? ROUGH! That pretty much sums up this year’s season. It’s the consensus of most all turkey hunters – at

    • My dad turned 70 in January, and on his birthday, I took the time to write him a little note. I want to post it here as Father’s Day is upon us.             Well, Dad – this is crazy! You are 70 years old. Happy, happy birthday! I hope your day is all you have

    • This past week my family and I traveled to Fort Walton Beach for a few days of much needed relaxation and family time. Prior to leaving town, I hesitated telling anyone our spring break plans. It’s crazy how I almost felt guilty, even spoiled, for being able to go on this trip. But I went.