10/02/2026
I'm sure some of you are wondering why I chose to close my farmstand so early in the season. Well to be honest, I was overwhelmed. I put way to much pressure on myself to be as good as everyone out there and to be successful. I felt like I needed to come in like a Lion and keep that momentum going. I retired from a 9 to 5 and all of a sudden I was working 24/7. Farmstand lifestyle is sometimes glamorized on social media. But the reality is, the behind the scenes is much more challenging. It involves hard work and long hours. There's a lot that goes into running a farmstand. The planning, the shopping, the testing, coming up with new ideas, the mixing, the baking, the decorating, the signage, the labeling and packaging, the advertising etc. To some It may not seem like a lot, but it can be overwhelming. Not to mention taking care of a home.The days are long and there are occasional setbacks. There were days I felt I couldn't keep up and I don't even have small children to look after. Kudos to all the moms out there running farmstands with children under their feet and to those of you that have full time jobs and run a farmstand and a home! I truly don't know how you do it!
Anyway, I needed to take some time to reassess if this is what I truly want to do. At times my heart just wasn't in it. But I'm not a quitter, so yes, I will be open next spring! But things may look a little different as I'm trying to focus and figure out a good balance. You all make it so much easier for me. I have received so many compliments and support from you all and it doesn't go unnoticed. I truly appreciate you all and hope to see you next year! Sorry for the long rant. π€π See you in the spring! β€οΈπ€ππΊπΈ