Grief and gratitude

Grief and gratitude

Yesterday, we wept with grief for the families of Uvalde, Texas. Today, we wept with joy when an unassuming piece of mail turned out to be Oscar’s birth certificate: the last official step in the process of adoption. Grief and gratitude almost always walk hand in hand, don’t they? We are unbelievably grateful to be …

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Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day!

I am thankful to be able to celebrate Mother’s Day as a mama this year after a long journey, but still want to remind folks: please don’t wish someone a happy Mother’s Day unless you know they’re a mom. And remember that even for some moms, it can be a day of grief and loss.

Farmer’s Market, a birthday celebration, and a new kitten

Farmer’s Market, a birthday celebration, and a new kitten

June marks the beginning of our farmers’ market season at the Huss Project. For the second year in a row, we’re hosting a market on-site, where we sell our own produce as well as produce, sweets, and other goods from local producers. It’s a lovely way to connect with our neighbors and share healthy, local …

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Visiting parents, new animal friends … plus mushrooms and eggs!

Visiting parents, new animal friends … plus mushrooms and eggs!

May started with a sweet visit from Rob’s parents—our first time together after all being fully vaccinated! It was lovely to be able to share a meal together, and then take a walk at GilChrist to visit the goats. Little Bert is new to GilChrist, but he’s a sweetheart who loves attention and fits right …

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