Farms

The Vanishing Family Farm At the turn of the century, much of the population was involved in farming and living in rural communities. The local church and the country school were the main society ties. Now, as we approach the twenty-first century, this way of life has become a relic of another time. We stop for a few moments to pay tribute to these mainstays of yesteryear.

	Numerous buildings were needed to handle the variety of labors that took place on the family farm.
The corn crib, which once had a central place in the harvest, now is a backdrop for the vibrant trumpet vine.
	Asparagus, started who knows how long ago, still yields a good season's eating. The woodlot in the background once served as grazing area for the cattle.
The church, which was usually only nominally affiliated with a denomination, was the center of neighborhood activity. Behind it is the cemetery, where generations of families rest.
	Great-Grandma's jonquils, which still bloom more than forty-five years after she passed.
The old country school. Grades K-8 went here, all in one room. Great-Grandpa, Grandma, Mom and I all attended here (though I only got to go for one year).

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