Sacred Space

Obviously, the effects of our recent trip to Ireland may never fully wear off (see Every Sign a Song Cue). But now, it’s time to return to the work of the homestead. We’re doing that with a fresh mind set.

Patrick's Well

Saint Patrick’s Well, near Grianinn of Aliach, Co. Donegal, Ireland. Likely sacred for much longer than Patrick’s lifetime (Photo: Mark A. Zeiger).

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Every Sign a Song Cue

Yesterday afternoon, Michelle and I hiked home, returning to our homestead after more than a month away. Now, with a nice fire warming the cold logs of the cabin, a proper breakfast and a real cup of home ground coffee under my belt, and my trusty computer at hand, The Zeiger Family Homestead Blog returns to life.

What an amazing trip. We were away 34 days, but it felt more like a year—in a good way!

west coast sunset

The sun sets off the Oregon coast, Neskowin, early in the trip (Photo: Mark A. Zeiger).

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