09/30/2026
This year was my fourth season growing cut flowers and beekeeping. This year I've had more flowers than ever before, more sales at my stand, and I was able to harvest more honey than any other year as well. What a gift! ✨ Each year I've worked harder, with more thought, planning, and intention. Each year my garden has grown bigger and I've gained more knowledge in helping my apiary. Each year, though, I've failed at a number of things, felt defeat, and experienced many challenges and losses. That's never stopped me from trying again and moving forward however! ✨ The fruits of my labor have been too great to quit. And how awesome is it that there is a God who provides and blesses my work!? I am always analyzing, trying to fix things, and striving to do better; but I've certainly realized that obtaining a perfect garden and cooperative hives will never be realistic. Finding a balance is a challenge in itself. So each week I find a way to push through, but also surrender where needed - especially as the season comes to a close.✨ I couldn't do any of this without my loyal and caring customers - and certainly without God's blessing, strength and courage for me. Every flower arrangement, hive inspection, and jar of honey bring me great joy! I will always be grateful for this experience and my everyday life at our farm. May I never take it for granted! ✨
Looking ahead, the first frost is in the forecast this week. I don't know how harshly that will affect my garden, but likely much of it won't survive unless the predictions change. I will have flowers this weekend - stay tuned, as it may be the last time this season. Time will tell! As always, thank you so much for your love and support! It's been a great season. -Sara 🐝
