The musings and adventures of an enthusiastic grower
As September begins, the farm and seasons are transitioning, and I see the end of the growing season approaching. To me, the transition into fall has always coincided with back-to-school. We moved our son back to college a few weeks ago, and it was bittersweet. We miss his laughter and energy when he’s away, but …
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I had a great childhood, growing up in rural Vermont. Afternoons were spent outdoors making forts in the woods and taking strolls or riding my bike down endless dirt paths through the countryside. My favorite outdoor activity, though, was visiting my neighbor Floyd’s farm. Floyd was a lovely elderly gentleman who frequently allowed me to …
I’ve noticed a difference for years now; we all have. Snow that comes later and later in the year, stronger and more frequent storms, and what seems to be ever-persistent wind. I remember big storms as a kid, but these have now become normality instead of anomalies. Droughts, wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and floods are …
