In this week's podcast, Allie and Sarah reflect on the joys and delights of reading. We discuss some of our favorite reasons to read, our favorite formats to read, and our favorite people to whom we read. This conversation was so long that we have split it into TWO! Part One is this week and Part Two to follow next week. Send us your ponderings, feedback, and questions at theshirehousechats@gmail.com.

In this episode of The Shire House Chats, Allie and Sarah explore what they've been pondering this week. Allie discusses lithophytes and Sarah talks about weather in history. We also hear from Aubrey, who has been pondering Mozart, and are reminded that no matter what our situation, the Lord directs our steps.

Y'all, this was our first try. So please bear with us through the sound quality--it improves as we learn! In this first episode, Allie and Sarah discuss Philippians 4:4-8 and the beautiful gift offered by the Lord in that passage. They introduce themselves and chat a wee bit about why they are doing this. They share what they have been pondering recently and pose our first question: what are YOU pondering that lifts you up and directs your mind to the glory of the Lord around you?