A Different Kind of Progress

A Different Kind of Progress

A Different Kind of ProgressJoshua Farber
Published on: 07/08/2026

Not every day is about big projects. Sometimes the best progress comes from clean floors, fresh laundry, a few less weeds, quiet moments with hummingbirds, and appreciating how far we've come.

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Learning as We Go

Learning as We Go

Learning as We GoJoshua Farber
Published on: 06/08/2026

Today was filled with small victories, learning our new tractor, protecting wildlife, improving the property, and realizing that progress isn't just about finishing projects, it's about moving forward.

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A Good Day to Wander

A Good Day to Wander

A Good Day to WanderJoshua Farber
Published on: 05/08/2026

From chasing hummingbirds and hiking forest trails to learning our new tractor and ending the day around a campfire, today reminded us that not every productive day has to feel like work.

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Water From Every Direction

Water From Every Direction

Water From Every DirectionJoshua Farber
Published on: 04/08/2026

A rainy day at Memory Lane brought more cleanup, unexpected discoveries, another step toward solving a water problem, and a quiet evening around the fire to end a long day.

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