Jo (Grace Between the Fields)

  • Finding Calm in the Saddle

    Lately, God is prompting me to work on my anxiety through my riding lessons. Horses are known for mirroring the energy of their riders, but until recently, I didn’t fully understand just how true this could be or how it… Continue reading

    Finding Calm in the Saddle
  • Picking Dandelions

    Picking dandelions as a farm kid was something my sister and I would do. Often followed by presenting our beautiful bouquet for our mom, who reluctantly put them in vase for display. Or casting whimsical wishes upon blowing the white… Continue reading

    Picking Dandelions
  • Little Miracles

    My husband always seems to be able to pray and experience healing over himself. At the very least, he will receive a temporary reprieve when he is serving in God’s house. The smile and joy upon him as he shares this… Continue reading

    Little Miracles
  • Fern Watch

    The ferns are making a comeback! Love seeing these signs of spring and new growth. It’s always exciting to watch the garden wake up again. 🌱 #GardenUpdate #FernWatch #NewSeasonNewLife #SimpleJoys #NatureReturns #BackyardGarden #SlowAndSteady🐢 #CreationSpeaks Continue reading

  • Life Anew

    New life breaking through the soil! A reminder that Jesus brings life anew! Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17 Continue reading

  • Into the Trees

    Last fall, I had one of those rides where it felt like I was doing everything right—engaging my outside leg, lifting my outside rein to steady the shoulder, and directing with my inside rein. My horse kept bracing, leaning out… Continue reading

    Into the Trees
  • Moving Toward the Jordan

    A request two weeks ago about a skill that seemed far from my wheelhouse left me a bit reeling. It lined up perfectly with the topic of projected lies that I had been working through the very same week. Not… Continue reading

    Moving Toward the Jordan
  • Hills & Valleys: 2024

    While I go forward in detailing the uneven trail we ventured on in 2024, I aim to express the opposing forces at work. To display God’s work through the hills and valleys. It has been an adventure in itself watching my… Continue reading

    Hills & Valleys: 2024
  • Smart Cat Life Hack

    Smart cat life hack: steal the warmest spot in the house. When it’s -50 outside, cozy jackets aren’t just for humans! #ColdWeatherComfort #ArcticChill Continue reading

  • Prayer for 2025

    God, as I go into the new year, teach me how to embrace slow, intentional living. To treasure the present. God make me more aware of your presence moment by moment. Give me faith as I continue to hope in… Continue reading

    Prayer for 2025