Happy New Year!

The second verse of O Holy Night began as I drove back to Fletcher from my last Market the 21st – “Truly He taught us to love one another – His Law is Love, and His Gospel is Peace”.

What an appropriate ending to my Market experience. My customers, you customers, have shown me that in spades.

I am content knowing Erin has the reins. I respect her, and having known her intimately as both a CSA and herdshare customer on our little farm, I know her commitment to Local food is honest and lasting.

Mother of three, a fellow Michigan native (GO BLUE – how well have I held THAT one in all these years ;-) ), a registered nurse and then homeschooler, I appreciated her first as a loyal, patient customer and quickly grew to like and appreciate her as a person. I want to thank her for stepping in!

But more than anything I want to thank you customers for your sincerity, genuine openness, gracious natures, and considerate hearts.

One night recently I said to the children, “Ok, time to load up and head home.” Two and a half year old Anna looked at me curiously and said, “Which home, Momma?”

So while I miss you dearly already, I feel Blessed to part with the Market so our family life can get back to our extraordinary level of fun, manageable chaos, and not the stress of the last while.

Our lives are richer for you having been a wonderful part of them. Thank you for allowing us to be even a tiny part of yours. We deeply appreciate your good will and support.

May God bless and keep you especially during this most Holy Season, and long into the New Year. A Joyous, Healthy 2022 to you all!

Lee, Jennifer, Lucy, Joseph, Mary, Molly, and Anna Ruff