We're starting this week's update with good news! Our little chick with the 'wry neck' condition (whose neck had a tendency to flop over) is showing promising signs of recovery. After delving into the root cause, we discovered that her condition likely stemmed from a nutrient deficiency in her mother, specifically a lack of vitamin E. Reflecting on this, we've decided to return to our trusted poultry suppliers, Welps or McMurray's, for future orders.

In other feathered news, our turkey hen continues to astound us with her maternal dedication, persistently sitting on her eggs. Surprisingly, her unusual nesting spot has so far evaded the attention of predators - a testament to her clever choice!

This morning, Farmer Joe and I decided to take a short, refreshing trip to J.B. Winter State Park and explore the beautiful Halfway Dam. On returning home, however, we were met with a scene straight out of a mischievous goats' playbook. Two of our daring goats were casually hanging out in our neighbor's driveway, having dismantled a section of our fence to stage their daring escape. Nevertheless, Joe was quick to repair the fence, much to their disappointment.

Lastly, for a little slice of everyday farm life, Joe captured an endearing video of the goats gleefully munching away at some branches he'd tossed over the fence. We hope you'll enjoy watching them relish their leafy feast as much as we did!

standing between her and her dreams of autonomy, Shelby has to face an unexpected obstacle: her former beau, the man who left her heartbroken, is also part of the team.

Wade Masters, filled with regret over losing Shelby, finds himself with an opportunity to make amends. However, his primary concern becomes keeping Shelby safe as she becomes a target of anonymous threats. As danger heightens, their feelings for each other rekindle, stirring the air with tension and romance.

Will their love stand the test of time and threats? Unearth the answer in this captivating tale of redemption and second chances. To enjoy this enthralling novella, simply subscribe to Donna Weaver's newsletter. It's a special perk for her newsletter community! Dive into this thrilling narrative today, and let the Waves of Deceit carry you away.

a horse and just as importantly how to fall. The little girl who had dressed up as a princess, with a tiara on her head, was no longer playing make believe. He’d watched her grow from a tiny child riding her first pony to a teenager riding away alone to sulk.

The Claudia he’d seen today was not that same girl. Nor was she a sulky teen. This Claudia was a fully-grown woman capable of protecting herself. He still couldn’t believe she’d pulled a gun on him. Wow. She was dangerously grown up and he would be smart to stay out of her way. He didn’t know what to make of this new Claudia. Might as well stick around and help out at the McIntyre farm over the next few days. He’d spend time getting to know this grown-up version of Claudia, even if it was a bad idea.

He thought back to her childhood shenanigans and remembered her trips to his fort in the woods. He’d ignored her and her sister back then. He’d hung out with his own friends, but this young woman was not the kind he could easily ignore. No. He should avoid her much the same as he avoided mushrooms and liver, but every particle in his body told him to ignore common sense and chase after her.

Exciting times lie ahead as I gear up for my first national ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) Conference next month! While I've had the pleasure of attending the Pennsylvania conference years ago, the upcoming conference marks my first foray into the main ACFW gathering.

The conference is slated to take place in St. Louis, a city I have yet to explore. Despite this being my inaugural visit, my agenda is expected to be filled with informative and engaging sessions, leaving little time for sightseeing. Nevertheless, the allure of gaining knowledge and meeting fellow writers is in itself an exhilarating prospect.

A particular highlight on the horizon is the gala event, featuring the prestigious Carol and Genesis contests. The opportunity to witness my fellow authors receive recognition for their extraordinary work is bound to be an inspiring experience.

The only 'concern' I have - if it can be called that - is the potential influx of fresh ideas that such gatherings often spark. Given the multitude of concepts already jostling for my attention, I hope to return with a manageable number of inspirations rather than an overwhelming cascade. 

 storyline moving.

The central love story is the fulcrum around which the entire narrative revolves. It unfolds rather quickly, but it's sweet and rewards readers with a sweetly satisfying culmination in the form of a classic 'happily-ever-after.' Despite a somewhat subdued element of suspense, the endearing romance offers a pleasing balance, making this story a worthy addition to Pettrey's repertoire.