Finding inspiration in the simple joys that make rural living special…
Growing up in a rural area outside a small town with a population around 1,700 — I moved to a neighborhood in a city with a population of around 20,000. Now we’re back where we were before.
sunset coming to you from rural Indiana
I haven't shared a sunset photo here for awhile, and tonight's sky view...
one of the most delicious tomato varieties
Pro garden tip: Plant Cherokee Purple tomatoes! Initially grown by...
2 reasons why stray cats are a problem
I have a friend who lives in Hanover and she's struggling with a stray...
what does practice retirement look like?
I have to admit, I'm getting used to this practice retirement gig and I'm...
knee high by the 4th of July is a myth
Mr. Farmer's cornfield hasn't just grown to knee height. Taken on July...
never wonder how many bad things can happen in 1 day
Perry's day was awful yesterday -- but not nearly as bad as it was for...
Rural Life
From what I now expect to be my forever home, I can see the house where I grew up and the one where I raised my son. I was ready for a more relaxed and imperfect way of life and have found it here.
Two Big Doggos
Barndo Creek is a great place if you’re a dog — not a privacy fence in sight. If I outlive these two, there will be other hounds to follow and dogs should be able to see the world around them!