Fall, Fun, Film, Family, Farewell

The same thing that took my son, Charlie, out of Michigan, just brought him back.

Film making.

 He and business partner, Bub Kuns (and Bub's wife Jeanette)
came to Michigan to scout out locations
for their new movie, Ordinary World, featuring Noah Munck.

Noah will play a lead role as "David".

 Not to be confused with our adorable grandson, David.

 So, this trip is all about work.  

Scouting, assessing, movie planning.

But for the family who follows along, it's all about fun.

For me, it's about reflection.

I recall when I took Charlie to this very same spot, 

at "Dead Man's Hill",

when he was almost 4, just like his son, David.

It truly seems like it was just yesterday.

 And now, Charlie's a film maker, with a successful business.  

A business that lifts up the Lord in all it does.

The Veracity Project.

 But even more importantly, 

he's the head of a family that also puts the Lord first in all it does.

Oh, how amazing it will be to see what the future holds.

But for now, the task is at hand.  

To make a movie that will bring others to know the 

sweet, 

sweet,  

sweet 

grace of

Christ Jesus.

 And it is my job to lift up those who are making this truth known,

in daily prayer for their discernment and God-driven guidance.

For Bub...

And for my son, Charlie.

 It is this knowledge, knowing Charlie and Bub are making a difference in this world, 

that makes it a tad easier for me to say goodbye, 

as they head back to California with their families.

It's not easy for a mother to miss her son, his amazing wife, and their little ones.

Our grandchildren...

But I cope.  As many others cope in similar situations.

And know, it is what is best for Charlie. 

In service to Him.

“You are the light of the world. 

A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.  

Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. 

Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.  

In the same way, let your light shine before others, 

that they may see your good deeds 

and glorify your Father in heaven."

Matthew 5:14-16 

Until next time dear friends, God willing.

Extended Summer on the 45th Parallel

Here in northern lower Michigan, we have been experiencing summer.

Yes, summer.  

In October.

It's been wonderful...

I've been soaking it all in, physically and spiritually.

The animals have also been enjoying the warm days and cool nights.

It's just the best of both worlds.

Beauty, and a second chance to get all those things done before winter hits.

Or for some, a third chance.

That would be me...

Truth be told, my mind is elsewhere.


It's on the beauty of the day.

And I'm not letting a single minute go by without giving it due praise.

For there is something very special about this time of year.  

It is truly a gift from God.

And it is not to be missed.

Even our hens are taking advantage of the warmth.

One Mama hatched out 3 eggs in the last week.  

We will enjoy watching these little ones grow over the winter.

But for now, they are with their Mama,
protected from the hustle and bustle of the other chickens,
and learning about "all things chicken" from Mama.
How to scratch for feed, etc.

There's also something about this weather that makes folks travel.

We have had several guests stop by these last few days.

And one such guest was bearing gifts, 

which included Zucchini bread, 

a pumpkin, 

our favorite candies, 

and a fresh bouquet of flowers.

Thank you Jean A.  from the Hoosier state  ~ we love you...

And tomorrow, my son Charlie and his family arrive from California.


The trip is two-fold.  

To show off their new baby daughter, Evie, along with 3 (almost 4) year-old David.

But also, it is a scouting trip for their new movie to be made in Michigan.

For those of you who don't know, my son, Charlie, is a filmmaker.


Click here to see Charlie and the new movie information...Ordinary World.

Until next time dear friends, God willing.