When spring arrives, gardens begin to hum with life—and at the heart of it all are the pollinators. These essential creatures play a critical role in helping flowers bloom, fruits set, and vegetables grow.

The creation story is ultimately about freedom—freedom through order, through simplicity, and through the space created by boundaries. When each part of creation has its own role, everything flows together in harmony, and life flourishes. This is what we strive for on the homestead: a balanced, ordered life where each piece fits together, where our crops grow, animals thrive, and we find joy in the work.

There’s something truly special about raising children in the country. Away from the noise and fast pace of city life, the land itself becomes a teacher, offering lessons in responsibility, patience, and the beauty of hard work. A childhood spent in the open air—gathering eggs, tending a garden, or caring for animals—instills values that shape a person for life.