More special, more treasured than things like these are precious friendships. I was happy to have Bill along for the trip with me last Thursday and glad for him to be able to meet the Maple Valley family. It stirred something in my heart to hear he and Matt discussing farming alongside the road while I shopped and visited ;) Got to take a look at a really good farm pig and some of her babies. Do you know how rare it is to find a good sow who can raise a large litter of piglets as that mama pig does? We got to meet and visit with happy, healthy, confident farm children, too (grin) - a testiment to the farm Dad and Mom.
As we drove away and let the family get back to their work, Bill commented "What a wonderful place to raise children" And I would add, not just the place but the mindset - the determination to make a good home. Surely something to be praised!
This Thursday, June 14th is a big sale date for Maple Valley Farm Cottage. You can read more about it by checking this link - it truly is worth the drive for some wonderful finds, big or small!
Jesus said “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Luke 22:31, 32
3 comments:
What an awesome find! I love your new sifter! And I, too, love the Maple Valley farm folks. After my visits, contentment abounds...
Oh, Cary that sifter is beautiful!What a wonderful item to have and be able to use. That doily under it was really pretty too. So glad that you and Bill had a great visit with them.
Cary, thanks so much for the like of the farm page! How wonderful to hear from you after all this time. I see your Dad lots of places, but never anyone else. You have a great farm site and blogspot. Loved reading through it!
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