Who We Are



The past few years, the area where I live, Crawford County, Ohio, has seen a wonderful explosion of younger families who are embracing the joys and challenges of living off the land. Because of them, amazing things are happening which have been embraced by our community. Farmer’s markets have been created and on-farm stores have opened. Families dedicated to growing organic produce and naturally raised meats are meeting the public’s needs for locally raised foods. And at the heart of this movement are the women.



Ohio Country Journal is my attempt to share the essence of farm life, focusing on, but not limited to, women. My goal is to bring you into our circle of friendship by inviting you to share your stories and experiences with us. You don’t have to be a full time country woman to benefit from joining us; you just have to be you.





The full-time country women featured in Ohio Country Journal are an inspiration to anyone who dares to follow her dreams, whether it is to live in the country or to bring the country life-style to their urban neighborhoods.





Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Pickin' an' Grinnin'



 Just around the corner from our place is Fairview Orchards, owned by Dave and Joice Riedel. Dave is one of the vendors at NorthSide Farmers Market (which I helped to establish in 2010). 

This is the end of the season for one type of Dave's strawberries, but he told us the plants are still producing, so come on out and pick our own.
  
We went mostly for Ava to have the experience of picking berries and to teach her where food comes from. After she filled her bucket with strawberries, she and Kerry picked a pint of raspberries.

I am the lazy sort, and bought raspberries. 

Marcheta  *lazy girl

 
 
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