Silverbrook Farm

Published by Derek under Pictures, Personal on May 22, 2008

Life on a farm is great. At least it is on this one. I feel at home here. Honest work and a positive community are probably the best parts. I feed chickens (and chase them when they escape), plant and transplant hundreds of vegetables, and then sell all that we produce at the various markets.

The days here are long and the free time I have is less than I’ve ever had. I find myself at 8 or 9 in the evening tired tying up the loose ends so tomorrow will run smoothly. Despite the lack of free time and the exhausting work I am happier than ever.

I have found that it is the work and the community that makes me happy. I am a part of something greater than myself. Everything I do to contribute is effortless when viewed from this greater perspective. I am so appreciative of this invaluable opportunity to learn and work; To live and love.

There is never a moments rest. I am never sitting relaxing until about a half hour before bed and I’m sure that within a few weeks I will fill up that time with reading or meditation. Every moment is a chance to create something more beautiful than what already exists. I feel this place giving me new life and I love it.

On a side note I have been accepted to a yoga teacher training in India. I will be leaving on at the start of next year. I have also been accepted the Vipassana meditation course in late november. I am looking forward to these amazing experiences.

Peace and Love