What do your kids do when they need money?

When our son needs a few more bucks than what he makes at work, his gears start spinning and he starts creating..... Here is a glimpse at what he created today!

Stay on a Farm

Farm vacations are becoming increasingly popular in Vermont and the U.S. We own Falkenbury Farm Guest House in Benson, VT. We welcome visitors from all over the world, but the majority are from the Boston or NYC areas. The parents who plan the trips often plan all kinds of day trips and want to drive all over creation thinking that is what their kids want. It isn't. I've had parent after parent tell me they've changed their plans because their children beg to stay on the farm. The kids themselves know they need to take a break from it all and just be kids. It takes the parents a bit longer. It is wonderful to see folks unwind after they've been here about 3 days. They are often so high strung that it actually takes them that long to feel the relaxation set in. When they hit that point, something just comes over them. We'll just see them sitting in a chair out back sipping a glass of wine, reading a book or simply staring at the sunset. People don't realize how stressed their lives are until they take the time to unwind in the peaceful, relaxing, quiet country setting.

Milk pump

"Farmer Bob", my husband, told the guests last night that if the milking machine broke they could milk by hand. Can you guess? Yeah. He came in the house this morning w/ a broken belt for the milk pump in his hand and a frown on his face.
He must've found another belt somewhere because he got the thing running again. Good thing. Too hot for any close bonding w/ a cow this morning!