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.





Thursday, October 31, 2013

Howl-o-we'en



Another Wicked Wind of the West is howling through the state today. 

How wicked is it?

Wicked enough for communities to re-schedule trick-or-treat.

Now, canceling Halloween and messin' with masked marvels and their quest for candy is about as wicked as it comes.

Well,  not really. I forgot about tornadoes (which may or may not stir up trouble today).

And hurricanes.

Blowing people's houses away is definitely more wicked than re-scheduling sugar rushes.

We were out just before the wind kicked up to high gear, delivering a tree. Their was a lot of color being tossed about as the brave trees lose their battles fast moving air. It felt pretty exciting to be surrounded by so much energy. But my revved-up energy did not last long. One look at all the work that I need to do to be prepared for tomorrow's NaNoWriMo start date melted my brain cells.

Wherever you are on this Halloween, my wish for you is that you are safe and happy.


Marcheta *nap  time


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