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, December 19, 2013

Must Have Been Some Magic....



The population of Galion grew considerably during our recent snowfalls. The new kids are a showy group who thrive in the out-of-doors while the rest of us seek comfort indoors.

I admire people who can turn a cloud into a sculpture. I love seeing their creativity when I am driving around town and country; like the snowflakes that make up their DNA, no two snowmen are the same, which turns an ordinary trip into town a mini adventure.

The one in this picture was made by my friend, Denise. I think that her little guy is the most creative I've seen. If I were a snowman contest judge, Denise would get the blue ribbon for sure!

One reason that I think snowmen bring such joy is that we know that they are fleeting....already the warming temps are causing the happy jolly souls to have severe meltdowns, but the smiles on once frozen faces usually hold on till the bitter end.

In a few days, the rain that is coming will transform our new citizenry into round blobs or messy puddles.

Here's a thought...when the snowmen evaporate and become clouds once more, who knows where they will be reincarnated? Maybe Denise's snowman will materialize in Canada, Switzerland, or even back here in Galion. That's the neat thing about flakes...they flit about freely and do their own things. Is there a lesson to be learned? :)

Marcheta *he'll be back someday



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