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, September 18, 2013

National Symbols



Here are a few of the wild turkeys that we see a few times each day when they come to wet their whistles at our nature pond. So far, they keep me at a distance and I haven't been able to get a very good picture of them. Who says that turkeys aren't smart?





Later, at the reservoir, I saw a Bald Eagle. It was up high and moving fast. Even though my pic of it isn't fantastic, it is my personal best to date.









Seeing turkeys and Bald Eagles within an hour seems significant, somehow. Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national symbol. I do like them, but I am glad that the majestic eagle won out. When I watch one soar to great heights; when I think of how keen their senses and natural instincts are, I agree that the Bald Eagle is the perfect symbol of what our forefathers had in mind for our nation.

Marcheta *bird lover
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