The Carter LoDown

Backyard Farming & Life Musings

My name is Lauren, and I am so glad you have stopped by. I have always loved writing, so much so that I have actually kept all my journals—even the embarrassing ones from middle school.

There is something about documenting moments in your life that you can reflect on. Expect the LoDown on all things backyard farming, home remodeling, and life happenings while keeping it real, one authentic post at a time. 

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Recent Posts

  • A Discipline Rooted in Invitation

    A Discipline Rooted in Invitation

    This week, we had rain and the start of some summer storms. I love it when it rains really hard, and since we have a metal roof, we hear it that much more. My cousin texted me in the morning and said her two-year-old daughter woke up at 4 am…

  • Ducks, But Make it Summer Vacation

    Ducks, But Make it Summer Vacation

    This week, I was inspired by my ducks yet again. We had friends over, and we were laughing at their attitudes and how they walked around. We started imagining them doing human things. They aren’t ever in a hurry to get anywhere, and they walk with such an attitude. That…

  • Here I Raise My Ebenezer

    Here I Raise My Ebenezer

    This week, we found out we were #1 on the waitlist at our adoption agency. This is a HUGE milestone in our adoption journey. One that we didn’t know if we would ever see. As I reflected on the news, I experienced what it’s like to see Jesus’ word hold true…

BIG Adoption News, Funny Farm Stories & Honest Mother’s Day Thoughts – Stay Planted: Life, Faith, & Adoption

In this episode of Stay Planted, we’re sharing hilarious animal stories that had us laughing the whole time (it's chaotic), plus a huge update in Lo’s adoption journey with some exciting movement happening behind the scenes. We also dive into the emotions that Em had surrounding Mother’s Day and what she did to combat lies with truth. This episode is full of laughter, honest conversation, faith, family, adoption updates, and real-life moments from our everyday farm life. Whether you’re here for the funny stories, the adoption journey, or encouragement for motherhood and waiting seasons, we’re so glad you’re here.Links from the Pod:The Carter LoDown, Here I Raise My EbenezerThe Ministry of a Mom
  1. BIG Adoption News, Funny Farm Stories & Honest Mother’s Day Thoughts
  2. Double Date Night Part Two
  3. A Double Date Night
  4. Catching Up: The Random, The Funny, and Staying Planted
  5. Catching Up on Life, Motherhood & Faith