Taking the time to appreciate the conveniences of modern life
Life slows on the ranch: animals graze, gardens grow, and water is hauled by hand—reminding us that true necessities haven't changed much over time.
Embrace those who disagree
Eliza Blue considers viewpoints in line with her own and those that starkly contrast her values at the South Dakota Festival of the Book.
The milk sheep with no milk
Eliza Blue finds herself bottle feeding a lamb from an ewe with no milk, despite being a breed known for producing milk.
Embracing long-held end-of-summer traditions
For Eliza Blue, the county fair marks the end of summer and celebrates harvest, tradition and growth. She reflects on the summer that was for her brood.
Happily toiling in community garden
Tending a community garden proved harder — and more joyful — than expected, yielding friendship, shared meals, and the simple rewards of working the soil.
What we save, saves us
Eliza Blue finds comfort and hope in the resilient little kitten she's been tasked with bottle feeding around the clock.
Bringing the flock home
Since moving to town, Eliza Blue has missed her sheep. Fortunately, she's found a way to bring her flock to town.
Despite all warnings, ducklings are almost impossible to resist
Despite the mess they create and their other qualities that make keeping them difficult, Eliza Blue has given in and gotten herself a few ducklings.
The perfect sheep
Eliza Blue finds the perfect breed of sheep for her ranch.
God can be found in the flock
Eliza Blue finds compassion, community and peace amid tragedy in her flock of sheep.
