Author: Dave Kulp

Putting Down Roots: Gardening, Redemption and Community

  The Kulp family planted their summer garden this past weekend. Although this is my second year (author straightens his imaginary tie), I am not an expert gardener.  So I did my planning and planting under the expert advisement of the fine people at Renfrow’s Hardware in Matthews, NC.  Before planting I pulled out our winter plants including the rare never-blossoming-brussel-sprouts, and lots of lettuce including red leaf, disappearing spinach, and hipster kale.  I then turned the soil, put in the irrigation lines, and planted the plants while my kids… Continue reading Putting Down Roots: Gardening, Redemption and Community

Why I Am Carrying Two Foreign Coins in My Pocket

When it comes to carrying things in my pocket, I am a minimalist.  My front left pocket is reserved for my iPhone. I regularly cull my key ring for expendable keys, and I dump change the first chance I get.  However, I carry two foreign coins in my pocket everywhere I go and in the front left pocket nonetheless.  Here is why. I picked up the two coins on my last visit to our church planting team in the Czech Republic. Every time I feel or hear them clink against… Continue reading Why I Am Carrying Two Foreign Coins in My Pocket