Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Today I will share my personal response to the closure of our farm stand, which many of you have been asking about. While the stand was never intended as a business but more of a retirement hobby, its closure has stirred a lot of emotions. I talk about the initial feelings of anger and disappointment, but also how I’ve been working through those emotions by leaning into my faith. I reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in worldly frustrations, especially when it comes to freedoms we cherish, but ultimately remind myself that true peace, joy, and freedom come from God alone. I also share some personal thoughts about being an introvert and how this situation may actually be an answer to prayers. Throughout this journey, I’ve learned not to let anger cloud my ability to see the blessings in life, and I encourage others to do the same. Thank you all for your continued support, and I look forward to sharing more about homesteading, gardening, and canning in the future!
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Mailing Address:
That 1870's Homestead
P.O. Box 179
Newport, MI 48166
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00:00 Introduction
00:41 Farm Stand Closure Overview
02:04 Anger and Disappointment
06:36 America the Beautiful
11:13 This is what I asked for...
18:13 Final Thoughts on Anger and Freedom
20:47 Conclusion and Future Plans
Today I will share my personal response to the closure of our farm stand, which many of you have been asking about. While the stand was never intended as a business but more of a retirement hobby, its closure has stirred a lot of emotions. I talk about the initial feelings of anger and disappointment, but also how I’ve been working through those emotions by leaning into my faith. I reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in worldly frustrations, especially when it comes to freedoms we cherish, but ultimately remind myself that true peace, joy, and freedom come from God alone. I also share some personal thoughts about being an introvert and how this situation may actually be an answer to prayers. Throughout this journey, I’ve learned not to let anger cloud my ability to see the blessings in life, and I encourage others to do the same. Thank you all for your continued support, and I look forward to sharing more about homesteading, gardening, and canning in the future!
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👕 Shop Our Merch: bonfire.com/store/1870smerch
🌻 HOSS Garden Tools & Seeds: shrsl.com/33ehp (Promo Code SHOP1870 for free seeds!)
🌱 MIGardener: migardener.com/1870
🌺 GREENSTALK Vertical Gardens: greenstalkgarden.com/?rstr=SHOP1870 (Promo Code SHOP1870 for $10 off!)
🥒 Epic Gardening: glnk.io/73j50/8vn (Promo Code Shop1870 to get 5% off!)
🥫 FORJARS Canning Lids: forjars.co/?sca_ref=1911228.45BY9FFxdg (Promo Code SHOP1870 to get 10% off)
🍃 HARVEST Right Freeze Dryers: affiliates.harvestright.com/1182.html
🔦 OLIGHT Flashlights: bit.ly/3z6daku (Promo Code SHOP1870 for 10% off!)
🛒 Our Favorite AMAZON Finds: amzn.to/3ihSgZP
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Mailing Address:
That 1870's Homestead
P.O. Box 179
Newport, MI 48166
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✅ Connect with Us 🐐
YouTube: youtube.com/@1870s
Facebook: facebook.com/1870sHomestead
Instagram: instagram.com/that_1870s_homestead
Pinterest: pinterest.com/that1870s
EMAIL: that1870shomestead@gmail.com
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Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links - at no additional cost to you. We will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase, after clicking through the links. ♥ Todd & Rachel
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00:00 Introduction
00:41 Farm Stand Closure Overview
02:04 Anger and Disappointment
06:36 America the Beautiful
11:13 This is what I asked for...
18:13 Final Thoughts on Anger and Freedom
20:47 Conclusion and Future Plans
