Some Secrets Are Worth the Wait

Joshua Farber

Published on: 11/07/2026

A productive day at Memory Lane included garden work, an unexpected trip back to town, a few technical headaches, plenty of Wyatt's sprinkler antics, and another step closer to revealing a surprise around camp.

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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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Chainsaws, Plumbing Leaks, and Frustration at Memory Lane

Joshua Farber

Published on: 29/05/2026

A day at Memory Lane filled with hummingbirds, chainsaw work, plumbing leaks, campfires, and the frustrations that come with restoring an old rural property.

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A Quiet Night at Memory Lane

Joshua Farber

Published on: 28/05/2026

A quiet day at Memory Lane included finishing the garden, restoring the apple orchard, chainsaw lessons, and reflecting on the realities of bringing old land back to life.

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