Building for Tomorrow

Joshua Farber

Published on: 26/07/2026

After returning from Long Island, we checked on a thriving garden, welcomed hummingbirds to new flowers, planned the bunkhouse renovation, and enjoyed a quiet day reflecting on what it really means to build a home at Memory Lane.

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Some Days Are for Slowing Down

Joshua Farber

Published on: 07/07/2026

A slower day at Memory Lane brought mountain fog, hummingbirds, unexpected detours, mower repairs, and a reminder that not every productive day has to be spent working nonstop.

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Making Room for What Comes Next

Joshua Farber

Published on: 09/06/2026

A productive day at Memory Lane: hummingbirds, garden updates, moving supplies to the main house, a chipmunk helper, and discovering that Wyatt loves chasing water from the hose.

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