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Sparrows
2 April 2026

Sparrows

Thoughts on Miscarriage

“I got you a present!” I told Lily, my five-year-old, who was buckled into the backseat of our SUV…

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Colten and Mackenzie Krauter

About the Author

Mackenzie Krauter

Hi, my name is Mackenzie. I am a wife and mother of four children, living in Montana in a multi-generational home with my family, my mother, and my grandparents. Colten (my husband) and I left our home state of Washington four years ago for Big Sky country and fell head-over-heels...

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Langley and Lee Metcalf
Fall 2025

Langley and Lee Metcalf

My daughters leaned out the window of our minivan and waved to me with tears in their eyes…

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Cooking With Fire
Spring 2025

Cooking With Fire

Goats greeted me with fluffy tails bobbing up and down, waving hello. In a distant field, horses trotted and pranced as the sun was setting…

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A Homemade Home
Fall 2024

A Homemade Home

The motor of Mom's coffee machine reverberated as fresh decaf espresso poured from the spout. A touch of heavy cream and a dash of cinnamon rounded out the roasted flavors of the coffee…

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Living Seasonally
Spring 2024

Living Seasonally

As a child, my mom would bring me to my great-grandparent's house every Thursday. I called them Nanny and Boppy. Depending on the season, our pastimes varied…

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Lunch Break Love
Fall 2023

Lunch Break Love

Pulling the metal ball chain downward in one brisk motion, I clicked off the 'Open' sign. After locking the door, I finished sweeping up the floors of the frozen yogurt shop…

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Grandma’s Flower Garden
Spring 2023

Grandma’s Flower Garden

The morning light pours through my east-facing window as I clutch the quilt up around my chin. The burnt orange and floral quilt squares drape my body in warmth…

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Seasonings Change
Fall 2022

Seasonings Change

The fall season ushers in all my favorite things. Cozy blankets, movie nights, a fire in the fireplace and finally being able to drape my body in layers of sweaters and coats…

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Feeding My Family
Spring 2022

Feeding My Family

This year I turned 30. My life has been really great, but one challenge that I have faced since my youth is body insecurity, which naturally made my relationship with food…

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