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Firelight Time

Aside from the practical value of having a reliable stash of emergency lamps and candles at hand, I like firelight whether the power works or not. Evenings, it’s a pleasant...

My First Milking

I grew up in the city, so coming to live and work on the World Hunger Relief farm in Waco, Texas is one great big learning experience for me.  Since...

History of Barn Raising

Barn raisings were more than a building being put up. They showed the strength and loyalty of a community and remind us of a better time in our world.

Kidnapped by the Taliban!

'I thought of my wife and family and was overcome with shame,' said NY Times reporter David Rohde. Reading his story about being kidnapped in Afghanistan reminded me about what's...

Loving October in Amish Country

This morning I took this photo with my cell phone on the road between Mt. Hope and our store in Kidron. I'm loving life in NE Ohio right now! Bright...

Come "fall" in love with Amish Country

This morning on my drive in to work, my eyes were dazzled at every turn by the sparkling colors of the foliage right now. In fact, I was almost sorry...