Goodbye to the 12-14 Hour Day…

Carston, in the orchard with the hand lines — the same irrigation pipes I dreamed about owning as a kid.

It’s 8pm in the pumpkin rows and I tell Carston summer break was built for farm kids. He’s got a counter-argument — and his mom takes his side. I suddenly realize I’ve been outvoted.

It’s Labor Day: the boys, Bingo, Coyotes and Rosé

Steiner Bro's ready to pick. Cinimini's that didn't cut it and a night on a flat bed with coyotes.

Steiner Bro’s ready to pick. Cinimini’s that didn’t cut it and a night on a flat bed with coyotes.

The Secret Sheep: Revealing A Funny Family Farm Story

The Secret Sheep Revealed. Yellow and Blue Eartags. A beautiful Southdown cross.

The Secret Sheep is revealed. We’re delighted to have her join our family flock.

Estate Chardonnay Harvest | The Energy of Our Family Vineyard

A happy and exhausted group after a day of picking our Estate Chardonnay.

What Pumpkins, Chardonnay, and Parenting Have in Common

A squash beetle and the damage they cause visible on a pumpkin leaf.

Pinot Noir “itself” talks about being past the 1/2 way point… see it’s berries turning purple 🙂

What My Sons Taught Me About Life During Farm Chores

Monthly chores with Dad

What my sons taught me about life during farm chores.