Born On Which Side?
Thursday afternoon, we dropped Lucas and Ezra off with my in-laws and headed north. Five hours of winding, pothole-scarred roads through the Chihuahua desert later, we arrived in Juarez. I…
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Isaac French
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Singing Ministry Brings Joy to Local Nursing and Disability Homes with Young and Old Volunteers
🎶 On a recent Saturday, a group of around 40 people, including Helen, visited local nursing and disability homes for a singing mission with Josh & Jessie. Despite being two weeks from her due date, Helen energetically led the choir, managing her roles as a mother and church worship leader. This activity, reminiscent of past missions in Texas, aims to uplift both residents and participants, and many faces brightened during the event.
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Adopted Children Heal Through Family Love, Storytelling, and Music After Traumatic Beginnings in Chihuahua
📖 A family dinner in Chihuahua revealed a touching story: A couple, having lost two of their three children, adopted two girls from traumatic backgrounds. One girl was isolated for six years, the other exposed to horror films from infancy. Over time, through love, prayer, stories, and music lessons, the girls began to heal. The parents attribute this change to divine intervention and consistent nurturing, illustrating the transformative power of love and small acts.
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Family Settles into New Home Near Cuauhtémoc, Mexico After Long Road Journey
🏠 Saturday evening, after two days on the road, we arrived at a concrete house a few miles north of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico. It was our first move since our honeymoon, six years ago. Our friends renovated the house, moved our gifts and furniture, and set it up with a “Welcome Home!” sign. David and Lisa left flowers and a candle on the table. We settled in with our two boys, reflecting on the journey and changes.
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Family Relocates to Mexico for Church Mission, Offers Home Stay Experience at "The Nook" via Airbnb
🌎 On Friday, a family will embark on a 14-hour drive through Texas and Mexico, heading to Cuauhtémoc Valley. They're moving for a summer mission in a small church. Helen's family and friends will join them. Baby #3 is due July 10, with Helen’s mom as the midwife. The Nook, their home, will be open for visitors via Airbnb to experience its personal touches, including books and art supplies.
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Motherhood Celebrated for Its Impact and Importance in Shaping Families and Future Generations
💐 Over 36 years, a mother of ten homeschooled and nurtured her children into maturity, providing them with love and attention, despite humble beginnings in a mobile home. The author reflects on the lessons of hospitality and success learned from his parents, highlighting the mother's devotion and calling in life. The post honors mothers and grandmothers for their impact, urging them to continue their essential work of nurturing, which yields lasting rewards.
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GP Fund Structure Emerging as Key Framework for Institutional Investment in 8–15 Micro-Resort Projects
📈 Live Oak Lake was sold to private HNW investors, while Onera was acquired by Summit Hotel Properties, a publicly-traded REIT. Under Canvas bought The Fields, and Marriott acquired Postcard Cabins. These transactions highlight the growing interest in micro-resort projects. A GP fund structure aggregates 8–15 micro-resort projects, offering shared infrastructure and capital raising. Crowdfunding, SBA, and construction lending are key tools in financing, with a sequential approach proving effective for development and scaling.
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130 Visitors Paid $30 Each to Tour Orchard, Highlighting Growing Interest in Farm-Based Hospitality Experiences
🍎 130 people registered and paid $30 each for an orchard tour, validating the hospitality aspect of fruit production. A talk was given on making farms or homesteads attractive hospitality destinations, addressing the historical disconnect between agriculture and tourism. Joel, known for his impactful phrases, was highlighted as an influential figure in the movement. The event emphasized the blend of agriculture with beauty and storytelling to promote a better lifestyle.
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Pruning Trees Transforms Personal Understanding of Balance and Design, Highlights Instinct Over Intellectual Approach
🌳 A year after planting, trees were pruned back to budding stubs. Over two winters, experts pruned again while others managed replanting and mulching tasks. Aaron, a Texas agrarian living in Idaho, assisted during a visit. He demonstrated pruning techniques on pear, peach, and apple trees, aiming for 3-5 main scaffold limbs. Breakfast was served at the pergola, but pruning became instinctive. The process emphasizes balance and creativity, illustrating that less can be more in tree design.
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Will Guidara's Exceptional Hospitality Transformed Eleven Madison Park into World's Top Restaurant Through Unforgettable Guest Experiences
🍽 In Nashville, during the Unreasonable Hospitality Summit, I met Will Guidara, famed for elevating New York's Eleven Madison Park to #1 globally. Known for extraordinary guest care, he once impressed European foodies by serving a hot dog with Michelin flair. Another time, he orchestrated a surprise first dance for an eloped couple. His book, which I read a few years ago, resonated with my beliefs. The summit unfolded over two days, exceeding high expectations.
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