For me, farming isn’t just my job. It’s naturally a huge part of my lifestyle. This is in part because the occupation itself requires constant attention, but also because I genuinely love and am fulfilled by the work that we do at Lone Star Family...
It seems today you can’t go a day without meeting someone who is vegetarian or vegan. That’s reflected by the fact that veganism in America has grown by 600% since just 2014. This shocking statistic isn’t incredibly surprising given some documentaries that have come out...
As a farmer, it’s always fun to visit someone else’s farm to see their operation and learn about their crops. This week I was in Florida attending the FamilyFarms Group conference visiting with a number of farmers across the U.S. and Canada. While in Florida, a...
On the surface, the concept of “reap what you sow” is simple. You get out what you put in. It’s a simple concept, but life isn’t always that simple. Sometimes harsh weather destroys what should have been your best harvest. Sometimes you don’t get the...
This year, like any year, has certainly had its highs and lows—at a national, global, and for many of us, a personal level. We live in an unstable world, and as much as we may work to bring good to the world, there will always...
Every day is a gift. And each day we must live every moment with the purpose we were designed for. Part of the secret to happiness is to figure out what your gift is and to offer it to the world without worrying what others...
Thankfulness is one of the most important traits to possess. Without thankfulness, there would be no appreciation for some of life’s best and most crucial things—food, a warm home, your loved ones helping you in a time of need. This is a trait I have...
“Quit” is seen as such a negative word. For many, it’s synonymous with words like “failure,” “lazy,” or “incapable.” But that doesn’t have to be the case. While it is important to work hard and persevere during times of hardships and trials, quitting can play...
We love to take care of our bodies. In today’s world, there are so many diets, lifestyles, and exercise equipment and gadgets that it’s hard to keep up with the newest health trends. While some health lifestyles are more questionable than others, it’s wonderful that...