Think Spring!

March 20th is the first day of spring and it’s not too early to start planning your garden and outdoor living space. For inspiration, plan to attend one (or more!) of the Linn County Master Gardener Library Talks currently taking place at local community libraries....
The Joy of New Life from Pastor Kristina

The Joy of New Life from Pastor Kristina

My husband and I had a great visit to Los Angeles, California this past January. It was apart anniversary trip, remembering our honeymoon to California just two years prior, but it was also a trip to celebrate the new birth inside of me. We were thrilled to finally...
Post Holiday Blues

Post Holiday Blues

The 3rd Monday of January is “Blue Monday” – the most depressing day of the year. Post holiday blues include fatigue, loneliness, financial stress, anxiety, and low mood. Try this recipe to make this New Year of 2022 a positive one from the start. You need: 1...
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice

Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice

Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (f/k/a Iowa Justice For Our Neighbors, or JFON) Our top 3 moments from 2021: 1) Iowa MMJ exists! Thank you for your support (and patience) as we transitioned, launched and continue to evolve! 2) We served over 500 new clients! This is...
Listening to Others – from Pastor Scott

Listening to Others – from Pastor Scott

Ernest Hemingway once said, “When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” Regrettably, our society has become increasingly distracted, inclined to multitask, and not willing to give full attention to the matter at hand. We have not become good...
Five Tips to Help You Practice Self Love*

Staying Fit in Winter Months

No need to hibernate in the winter; you can stay active. Though experts recommend you exercise for at least 30 minutes, 5 days a week, 5-10 mins. of movement a day (or several times a day) will help with weight loss, improve your mood, and increase your heart health....