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Friday’s Farm Minute

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Laura Beacher Long

Hello from the western Piedmont of North Carolina! Today, as our nation reflects on the events of 9/11/2001, I am thankful for our country, for the indomitable spirit of the American people, and for the freedom we have living in the United States of… Continue Reading “Friday’s Farm Minute”

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pickles and perspective

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Laura Beacher Long

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Yesterday was Pickle Day here at The Farm. Refrigerator pickles are one of my favorite treats of summer! I started making this summer staple of the Long household years ago when Carl’s Aunt Sherry shared her recipe with me. It is simple, easy to… Continue Reading “pickles and perspective”

Category: Faith, Family, Farm, RecipesTags: Bible, biblical view, cucumbers, Faith, Family, Farm, farm kitchen, farmlife, farmwife, farmwomenstrong, homegrown, NC Century Farm, perspective, pickles, Recipes, refrigerator pickles, shop local

weeding

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Laura Beacher Long

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Hello from The Farm at Crowders Creek! In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2019-20 school year came to a close last week for us here in Gaston County. One of my favorite things about summer vacation is the opportunity I have to… Continue Reading “weeding”