157. County Fairs, Baby Talk & Tiny House Dreams

In this episode of Beyond the Crops, we're sharing everything that's been happening behind the scenes. From county fair adventures and first-year 4-H lessons to pregnancy updates and navigating one of the biggest challenges our family has ever faced, this conversation feels like catching up with friends on the front porch.

Jena shares how her sons confidence is growing through 4-H, why county fairs teach so much more than showing animals, and where things currently stand with their family's unexpected home situation. We also talk about building a temporary home, learning to let go of possessions, and the ways God continues to teach us about contentment in difficult seasons.

Plus, we debate one very important question: Should you find out your baby's gender before birth—or wait for the surprise?

If you've ever felt like life took a turn you didn't expect, this episode is a reminder that even in uncertain seasons, God is still writing the story.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  Summer updates from the farm 
•  Jena's first "real" year as a 4-H mom 
•  Lessons learned from county fair week 
•  Bucket calves, showmanship, and raising farm kids 
•  Pregnancy updates and whether to find out baby's gender 
•  An update on Jena's home and building plans 
•  Learning contentment through unexpected loss 
•  Why slowing down before making big decisions matters 
•  Trusting God through uncertainty 
•  Finding hope while you're still in the middle of the story 

Whether you're hauling kids to the county fair, checking cattle, or enjoying a quiet drive down a gravel road, we're so glad you're here.

If today's conversation encouraged you, we'd love for you to leave a review and share this episode with another farm wife who could use a little encouragement.

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