Our story

Hello, and welcome to Farm Life, Family Ties — where the rhythm of country living meets the hustle of modern parenting.

I'm Lyn, and along with my partner, Matt, and our kiddos, we’re raising a family on a small farm nestled in the countryside. From the crack of dawn till the stars light up the sky, our days are filled with the hum of nature, the cluck of chickens, the chatter of kids, and the occasional quiet moment where we pause, look at the land, and remember what it’s all about.

But farming isn't just about the land—it’s about the people, the connections, and the way we nurture not only crops and animals but also each other. Our farm has taught us the importance of slowing down, doing hard work with heart, and learning as we go. It’s a life filled with dirty hands, deep laughs, and constant, beautiful chaos.

As working parents, we juggle farm life, family responsibilities, and careers—trying to figure out how to do it all without losing our minds in the process. Our story is one of balancing family dinners, farm chores, school projects, and late-night work emails. But it’s also about making memories, setting down roots (literally and figuratively), and raising our kids to understand the value of hard work, gratitude, and the beauty of the world around them.

On this blog, we’ll share our journey: the ups, the downs, and everything in between. From simple, family recipes to the realities of working full-time while raising kids on a farm, we’re here to open the door to our world and let you in. Whether you're a fellow parent trying to make it all work, a fellow farm family, or just someone curious about what life on a small farm really looks like, we hope you'll find something here that resonates with you.

So, grab a cup of coffee (or tea, or whatever gets you through the day), pull up a chair, and join us as we explore the joys and struggles of Farm Life, Family Ties.

We’re glad you’re here.