What on Earth have we done with the Teachings of Jesus? ~ The Parable of the Talents ~

Here in Central Portugal, there are some new additions to the clan.  Four white ducks.  Our neighbours cannot comprehend that these ducks are not being raised for their lovely fatty meat.  They have been primarily purchased to eat the ants that are ravishing the fruit trees and hope for some lovely eggs to put on

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Fruitful trees, Parable of the Sower

What on Earth have we done with the Teachings of Jesus? ~ The Parable of the Sower ~

I am staying in Central Portugal for the duration of the Summer.  Here the days are sunny and baking hot.  Yesterday I found myself in the field planting out tomato, courgette and chilli plants that have become pot bound and need the extra nutrients and space of open soil.  With hoe and shovel I began

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