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 My Dad always dreamed of owning a farm. Like most of us, he tabled that dream and went off to work every day at an office job. In his mid-life he bought a place in the country and started raising chickens, goats and a pig or two. I remember the day one of his goats won first prize at the county fair. He said, "I've been dreaming of this for 28 years," as he beamed proudly. He taught me to live a down-to-earth lifestyle filled with practical things that have lasting quality. My Mom had fancier tastes. She balanced his frugality with her flair, filling her house with beautiful things.
Now a parent myself, I am striving to surround my family with the values of sustainable living. As the former Creative Director for Dr. Hauschka Skin Care, an organic and holistic line at the forefront of sustainability, I've been involved with the green movement for many years. I've noticed most green products tend to have more contemporary designs. I spend my time looking for green things that have a slightly more nostalgic feel to them.
I'm especially drawn to farm living because it embraces the same values of sustainability and caring for the environment that I grew up with. When I talk about environmentally-friendly, I'm not just referring to our planet, I'm referring to the very environments we live in. I believe home is the place that keeps us centered and gratified. I also believe the simple pleasures in life provide much needed sustenance. Our products help you rediscover clean, simple, comfortable living. Our fresh, new country style has an inviting vintage feel with an eco-friendly twist. This is my dream come true.
Happy dreaming to you,
Betsy
P.S. For tips on clean, simple, comfortable living visit the Farmhouse Wares blog, Farmhouse Musings. |
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 With so many fresh fruits available at your local farmers' market (or perhaps even in your own backyard), it's the perfect time for pie. I may not enter my pies in the county fair, but I sure do like to show them off on our Galvanized Tin Pedestal.
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