Prioritizing Family over Production

Our story began with a simple question: What would happen if we couldn't rely on the grocery store?

Like many families, the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call. For the first time, we experienced empty shelves, supply chain disruptions, and the realization that our food system was more fragile than we had ever imagined.

At the same time, as we prepared to raise children of our own, we began taking a closer look at how food is produced in today's industrialized system. We wanted to know where our food came from, how it was grown, and what we were putting on our family's table.

Those questions led us to our first garden in Phoenix.

What started as a few seeds quickly became a calling. Inspired by the farming principles of Joel Salatin—stewarding the land responsibly, raising food with integrity, and creating abundance that strengthens local communities—we discovered the deep satisfaction that comes from growing our own food.

When it came time to start our family, we returned to our roots in Indiana. Being close to grandparents wasn't just a preference—it was a priority. We wanted our children to grow up surrounded by family, connected to the land, and rooted in the values that matter most.

Today, our first mission is to nourish our family with wholesome, homegrown food. We believe food is more than fuel; it's a way to build resilience, create meaningful family traditions, and care for the next generation.

Our goal is simple: grow food for our family first, and cultivate enough abundance to share with our community.

As we continue learning, growing, and stewarding this little piece of Indiana, we're grateful to share the journey—and the harvest—with you. Welcome to our cottage farm.