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Back to the Prairie: A Home Remade, A Life Rediscovered

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Melissa Gilbert
Melissa Gilbert

Melissa Gilbert, born on May 8, 1964, is an American actress. She gained widespread popularity for her role as Cathy Spann in the classic TV series 'The Little Bear,' and also starred in the 'Rocky' film series as Adrienne. Her acting career spans film, television, and stage. more

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“When Gene was building his log workshop a few years ago, a helicopter flew over, circling back to the clearing next to our cabin. It was one of the Mirelli boys. Todd Mirelli plunked his chopper down in the clearing, jumped out, and came over to chat. He was building his own log cabin and wanted some tips from Gene. He truly did “drop in,” in the very sense of those words.”

“Abiding does not mean sitting idly by. It means resting in the work, resting in the moment, resting in the truth, resting in the confidence that God is your provision.”