I come from a "small-town" family. That has done a lot to shape who I am, and probably who I'll become. I grew up in a fairly small town, there were about 93 people in my graduating class. Small enough to know everyone but large enough that you didn't have to be "best-friends" with everyone.
My older sister moved out of the house when I was 4 years old, which kind of makes me the oldest child while still being the middle child. It's an interesting family dynamic. My younger brother is almost 4 years younger than me and a computer whiz. And all three of us are sassy people with a sarcastic sense of humor. Family gatherings get fun because of it.
My parents let me grow up on 10 beautiful acres and continue to support me as I grow and figure out my goals. I don't know who I would be without them, but I can guarantee I wouldn't be this well adjusted!
My new little family is just as fun, and occasionally challenging. My boyfriend, Mr. Farmstead, is a hardworking farm boy with an eye for details. He grew up on a massive farm and is an inventor, too. He supports me and shares my dream of having a farm that allows us to provide for our family.
Mr. Farmstead also brought two sweet, yet stubborn, kids into my life. His son, Junior Farmstead, and daughter Little Miss Farmstead. They love the idea (in theory) of having a farm, but are fast learning that its a lot of work.
These wonderful, influential, and challenging people in my life give me a lot to think about. How will my choices effect them? How do their choices, thoughts, and suggestions effect me? This struggle is constantly in the back of my mind. Is what is best for me best for them? Is what's best for them good for me, too? Where is the balance and how do we all stay happy?
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