The large red barn on our property is a bank barn. A bank barn isn't a barn that holds your entire bank; it has nothing to do with money or your earnings. The history of barns in the United States is directly related to the time period and the needs of the farmers. The early English... Continue Reading →
Raiders of the Lost Ark
One rainy day, we broke the lock on the attic door. We knew that the renters hadn't had access to the attic, but beyond that we weren't sure when the last time the door had been opened. In my opinion the attic held the most promise of treasure. ( video inserted here) https://youtu.be/QjSUlcMnAJU Did you... Continue Reading →
The Shop
There is much to be said for preserving the past and the buildings that are still standing at the farm. I love the stories that go with each building. Here is a story that Mark desired to share about The Shop. This structure is made from hand-hewn beams connected with mortise and tenon... Continue Reading →