Hello God. It's me, Mara

You know, dear Lord, it’s autumn now, most outside work’s done soon. Some nights are clear, stars shine so bright, we even see the moon.

The neighbors brought their cows back home; we see them on the hill. We see them eat; walk to the creek. Just watching is a thrill. Yep — cows are home, the calves are sold, and chicken coop is cleaned. Llama and sheep, they’re tended to, all baby critters weaned. Family and friends and neighbors, too, sometimes will stop for fun. Winter is due, it’s coming soon! Most outside work is done.

As folks grow old, life views may change; unfinished pr...