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Why would someone walk away from a secure career in higher education to chase life on a family farm? In this week’s Field Notes with Farmer Mary, I open up about the tough questions, the doubts, and the unexpected joys of starting over.

From building fences and wrangling animals to reflecting on mindset, regrets, and the meaning of work, this is my raw take on what it’s like to trade the classroom for the pasture.

👉 If you’ve ever wondered about life after college, career change, or pursuing sustainable farming, this story is for you.

🌱 Whether you’re a woman farmer, aspiring rancher, or someone searching for work-life balance in rural living, join me on this journey of personal growth and community.

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

0:00 – Why did I choose this?
1:05 – Kids going back to school
2:10 – Losing my helpers
3:15 – Balancing animals with jobs
4:20 – Starting from the basics
5:25 – Battling feelings of inadequacy
6:30 – Learning tractor skills
7:35 – Community and open-mindedness
8:40 – Wrestling with pessimism
9:45 – Finding small joys again

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This week on Farmer Mary’s Field Notes, I’m sharing the rhythms of farm life as summer begins to wind down. The grass feels a little crunchy underfoot, the animals settle into their routines, and I find myself reflecting on the cycles that shape both the land and our family. In this episode, you’ll hear about a crispy (but not defeated!) farmer, some poetic musings on grass, and even a love-struck bull. And if you make it to the end, I’ve tucked in a recipe to inspire your own kitchen. Our farm meals aren’t just food — they’re a reflection of cattle farming, regenerative agriculture, homesteading, and the joy of cooking with what we raise. Thank you for walking alongside me as we share life, faith, and food from our farm to your table.

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:00 – Welcome to Field Notes

00:08 – Growing Grass, Growing Food

00:13 – This Week’s Recipe (teased)

00:18 – The Rhythms of Farm Life

00:48 – End of Summer Reflections

04:30 – An Amorous Bull in the Pasture

07:24 – This Week’s Recipe: Chimichurri Sauce

08:02 – Closing Thoughts & Next Week