A Journey.

"Transform your world into something completely different. Learn to become more self-reliant, connecting with the earth, integrating skills with the old days that many of us take for granted and leading us to a more harmonious lifestyle. Find your place on the planet and dig in." Gary Snyder

After a few years of dissapointment in my current cushy job I knew that I needed a change. I didn't realize that it would be a lifestyle change; across a few states and far from a city. Sitting on the floor of Barnes and Noble in Rittenhouse reading books about canning, I came across this quote. I read it once and then again and it all clicked. I literally needed to get back to the earth and 'dig in.' It became very clear that returning to the roots of a simpler life away from the constant bustle and need to be on the move was far from what I desired.

After visiting, interviewing and being offered various farm positions I found a farm that fulfilled my goals: a place that was off the grid and is not controlled by the ever ticking clock. A small farm in the South is where I am to headed. I am thrilled to see where this adventure will take me and the experiences I will have to learn on the way. I look forward to learn about coming back to the earth and loving it for all that it provides for us.  

So come follow me on this journey of self discovery and dig in with me!

photo courtesy of Dirk Roos