The Accidental Farmer

December 21, 2018

As we create “hygge” at our farmhouse during the darkest part of the season, we’d like to extend you warmth and coziness, as well.

November 9, 2018

Removing invasive species isn’t what I’d call fun farm work, but the labor refreshes my spirit and leaves me hopeful for our land’s future.

October 12, 2018

From persimmons to glow worms, a number of things pull us outside to experience October on the farm this autumn.

September 28, 2018

The year’s goals have gone unaccomplished, but I’ve learned important lessons about my land, my time and what I really want from this farm.

September 14, 2018

I lose sleep over a lot of things, but I never thought flying squirrels would be one of them. Ah, country life.

August 31, 2018

A search in the forest for chantereIles leaves us without mushrooms to eat but with many beautiful varieties and a good thought to ponder.

August 17, 2018

I love sunflowers as well as the birds and pollinators they attract, so they will always be part of my garden.

August 3, 2018

Slow, deliberate strolls on the land led by our little one reveals a new layer of farm life and a new creature we hadn’t noticed before.

July 20, 2018

This country life is definitely not like a pretty picture in a magazine, but we conclude that we wouldn’t have it any other way.

July 6, 2018

Foraging for wild plants, an activity that’s rooted deep in my bones, takes a special place in my heart on the farm.