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The Surprises in Life Aren’t Always What They Seem

March 12, 2023 by homeonmagnoliahill Leave a Comment

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The surprises in life aren’t always what they seem. Sometimes they appear, at first, different than their true purpose.


At first, they may seem inconvenient, stressful, or worrisome.

But then something incredible happens. Once we allow ourselves to open up to possibilities within these surprises, we are blessed with the privilege to experience their true purpose and meaning.

Surprises in Life

Now, per my usual, let’s use my chickens as an example. Because so many life lessons are well pondered while sitting with your chickens❤️

Surprise

Take our little Pipa here. She was a surprise to us, in a white egg layer mix I received from my most recent hatchery order.


I’ve never had a Polish hen before. She seems to be quite the high maintenance little lady and not fond of human interaction, despite my best efforts.

As it turns out, after I finally opened up to the possibility of Pipa’s place on our farm, she has been the absolute best companion for our very sweet older hen. Our older hen was unable to be a member of our regular flock without getting nearly bullied to death because she is unable to walk well.

You see, without crazy little surprise Pipa, our old gal (whose name is “Best Friend” …. courtesy of my boys) would not at all have had the chance to thrive as she has since we introduced her to Pipa, her new best friend.

Admittedly, I had considered rehoming Pipa…because, at first, she was a surprise inconvenience, and didn’t even possess a desirable personality as far as a pet chicken goes.


Well, as you probably gather, I’m so glad we were surprised with this crazy little high maintenance prissy pants. She’s quite the comic and adds to the already unique dynamic of our little farmstead just perfectly ❤️

Patience

If you’re faced with something unexpected in your life, do your best to be patient…and may you have the opportunity to see why it’s so worth it.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
-Romans 8:28-

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I’m so glad you’re here!

Hi! I’m Sarah, the gal behind Home on Magnolia Hill, life long DIYer, and lover of all things farm and home. I am beyond blessed to be married to my high school sweetheart and mom to two wonderful boys. Read more about me here.

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For these moments. For this place. 
This beautiful space.

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Some of these cuties are still looking for their new homes! 

Pet home and/or show home babies ❤️ and they always come with mentorship and guidance, from me personally, if needed 🤗❤️

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What a wonderful group of people we had the pleasure of spending time with! 
Thank you SO much to all who came out to our farm to enjoy the sunset, some yoga, and our goats with us!

A very special thank you to @lkabarnes for being an outstanding instructor for such a special class!! 

Our next class date can’t get here fast enough! 

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She is 1 of 4 of Biscuit’s kids this year, and sister to Penny, our special girl. 

Penny is the runt of the 4, and is still not out of the woods at 2 weeks old. She is having to be tube fed every 3-4 hours and has been unable to gain weight for reasons we are still unsure. We have pretty much been on a path at one step forward and two steps back since her birthday. Having days that are good, followed by days where I wasn’t sure if she would still be with us the next time I checked on her.

She is 1/3 the size of her sister (maybe even a little smaller), but she still has such a will to keep going❤️

Penny is a fighter, and so am I, and she is getting the very best I can give with hopes she will pull through and get to live a long healthy life here on our farm❤️

As always, we truly feel blessed for the time we have with her and are taking it all in stride; thankful for all that we are learning and preparing us for our future. 

If you think about it, please pray for our little Penny. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.

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If you are able, get your kiddos involved in 4H. I could go on and on about the value of this organization for kiddos and their families, but words just don’t do enough to describe. 

If you’re on the fence about it, just go watch a show…watch the kids, the families, and the animals. You’ll see it, feel it, and know exactly what I’m trying to say ❤️

If livestock isn’t an option for you, there are SO many facets to 4H that truly can be valuable to any lifestyle and promote growth in children that is hard to find in many places.

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