This week on the farm...

written by

Amy Forsyth

posted on

February 15, 2025


Lambing is in full swing! We have welcomed 6 healthy, beautiful lambs thus far. All babies and moms are doing great, such a relieving feeling. Over the years we have experienced some heartbreaks and challenges, so each smooth and healthy birth is truly such a gift. The greenhouse living is truly making a big difference. The sunlight and warmth is powerful, bringing a lot more ease to the herd this time of year. 

Amongst the lambs we started seeding this week! Felt SO good to get our hands in the soil. I tell you; it's truly healing to just stick your hands into dirt. Don't knock it 'till you try it. We seeded winterbor kale, swiss chard, salad mix, all our heirloom and cherry tomatoes, onions, and herbs. We also got some pea shoots going! These are quick growing shoots that will be ready to harvest in just a few weeks. We love adding them to the menu this time of year for some bright, refreshing nourishment. So definitely something to look forward to. 

We are soaking in all the new little life around the farm, from little hooves to tending seeds. As excited as we are to get the season going, these smaller, slower moments have been quite cup filling. I'm realizing the heart of the farming season isn't just summer, it's all these little moments stacked together to build the whole picture. 


Cheers to the little flickers in life... 

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