I never meant to write a memoir. Just like I never meant to return to a life of farming. But God had other ideas. I know. Some of you are thinking, how do you know what God is thinking? How do you know what God wants you to do?

For years I didn’t know. I went to church every Sunday but had no idea what God was thinking. God was more of a mystical idea than a loving Father in heaven. I put more faith in my horoscope than I did in Jesus.

And then, ten years into my marriage, I wanted a divorce. We had three small children, a nice house, new cars. We went on fun vacations, but I was far from happy. I was feeling lost and desperate to find my way.

I tell the story of finding my way in Farming Grace. How the Lord led me back to my faith and to the farm. Early readers are saying they can’t put the book down. “Raw, real, and loaded with redemption…” I’m hearing from these readers. And I am grateful.

If you have a Kindle, I hope you will preorder the book now on Amazon. It’s on sale for only .99 cents until release day. Then it will jump up to its normal price of 9.99 for the ebook. Soon you’ll be able to preorder the paperback as well. I’ll keep you posted on when a book you can hold in your hand is available.

Happy harvest everyone. August is here and we are kneedeep in peaches, pluots, and nectarines. If you live locally stop in and see us at the farmer’s market. The Bicknell boys are working hard and happy to serve you on Saturday mornings at the Plumas Street fountain.