Happy Thanksgiving 2019

Dear friends,

Happy Thanksgiving.  I wish you and yours the most wonderful of today's blessings.  

At Hill House farm, we again have much to be thankful for this year.

  • Jessica Ayala in El Salvador, her drive and determination to earn a degree and improve other’s lives reminding us of what is most important in life

  • 23 laying chickens bartered for a gallon of maple syrup, from which we traded a jar of syrup for 2 more guinea hens and a bouquet of hydrangeas

  • 35 peeps and 25 keets from Meyer Hatchery delivered through the post office, receiving the call and opening the box remains a thrill

  • 17 lambs born, 3 saved from hypothermia and 1 leg straightened … Amazon for providing the delivery “hot” box and hairdryer

  • Ah, our favorite, the road project, 240 days of extra time for contemplation and to experience the beauty of Hunting Valley

  • The 3 horses, 5 goats, 1 cat, Aimee, Jon and daughters Lucy and Neve who brought extra energy and fun to the farm

  • Our beloved friends Clyde the sheep and Ella and Sarah the goats who will forever hold a special place in our hearts

  • 5 4H students winning at the Summit, Medina and Geauga County Fairs while learning important life lessons

  • Uncle Joe, our 98 year-old role model for a life well-lived through a strong work ethic and love of nature

  • 12 loads of compost to complete the cycle of life and renew and invigorate many beautiful gardens

  • The estimated 8,395 eggs loving laid, cleaned, purchased and used to make over 4,000 breakfasts

  • 25 guinea hens providing an endless source of entertainment and exotic backdrop for the farm

  • 135 Hill House Farm friends, your visits, notes, inspiration and support make this all possible

  • The “silver lining” 250 loads of soil from our road project to fill a collapsing ravine ...

  • ... and 34 long, large hardwood firewood tree logs left by Van Curren Tree Service

  • The 20+ geese that often join our own Lucky Duck each day to keep her company

  • Joe Pikor for his counsel, sheep expertise, bountiful hay and friendship

  • 30+ ricks of firewood sold to keep many of you warm and snugly

  • The miracle surprise Fall lamb enjoying the cool Fall pastures

  • 13,750 worms purchased from Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm

  • 24 laying hens sold to fellow poultry farmers

  • Lauren and Harry, I am so proud of you

  • Cyndi, my love and heart of it all !

Happy Thanksgiving,

Harry