Today we’re sharing the second installment of our From Our Homestead series — a look at what a “typical” day once meant for the farmers of the Champlain Valley. From dawn chores to fieldwork, from tending animals to repairing the tools that kept a farm running, their days were full, rhythmic, and deeply tied to the land.
These stories help us remember the skill, endurance, and devotion that shaped rural life here more than a century ago. We hope you enjoy this glimpse into the daily world of our region’s early farmers.
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