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 19, 2013

Country Signs




Drive on country roads, like county or township roads, and you are likely to come across 'billboards' of a different type. Many country people make a side-line business from their hobbies and sell their products from their homes.

This sign for birdhouses could not be more basic or simple. It harkens back to the day when a business literally 'hung its shingle' to identify itself.  

I love coming across country signs because they make me think that I am in for a treat; that I will find something that is not massed produced or is made "off shore". This sign is not too far from home. Some day I may stop in and see what kind of birdhouses are made by this local entrepreneur. 

Marcheta *localvour

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