I began this journey more than two years ago when I made the conscious decision to live a less-complicated life. I boldly changed jobs, moving from the chaos of a post-pandemic hospital to a more steady-paced work from home position that allowed me to upgrade my 9-5 view from a tiny gray cubicle to green pastures, wildlife, and farm animals. I leaned into my faith, learned to “be still”, and paid closer attention to where God was leading me  - which, at the time, seemed to be the most unlikely of places - my kitchen.

 You see, I had been married to an excellent cook for more than 20 years and was the friend who was asked to bring the paper plates to a ladies potluck luncheon, so I was never challenged with learning how to bake or manage a kitchen and I became accustomed to not having the confidence to try. But in this new chapter of my life, reorganizing my priorities included saving money at the grocery store and eating healthier, so armed with determination, I educated myself and came to the conclusion I needed to bake my own bread. I quickly learned that the ingredients were easy to find and the process of creating and sharing baked goods was fulfilling, but the additives were not bringing me closer to healthy living. Over the next two years, I researched and experimented with whole grains, began milling my own flour, added a vegetable garden to the property, and established the Bar Rocking N Farm with chickens, ducks, goats, rabbits and have plans to add pigs and cattle. The result is a delicious and nutritious array of baked goods and a sense of accomplishment in actively participating in making my own dreams come true.

 What started as a journey of self-improvement two years ago in my kitchen with a bread pan and a desire for cleaner living, has blossomed into a thriving little farm that not only grows food to sustain healthy bodies, but provides an outlet for creativity, a serene spot for reflection and meditation, and the setting for some interesting conversations between me and my beloved animal friends. I have learned so much about myself and what is truly important in my life, and it fills my cup to be at a place where I can share this with you!

 So as you browse this site and consider the healthy food items available for purchase, I hope you are inspired to take care of yourself – mind, body and spirit. It is never too late to change the trajectory of your life and adopt a healthy lifestyle, and maximizing the nutritional value of what you eat is a great place to start.

 At 50 years old, I began shifting away from what was easy and familiar and started walking in my purpose, and it has dramatically changed my life for the better. Yes, there have been obstacles along the way, but my friend, if I can overcome and find peace, so can you.

Thank you for visiting Bar Rocking N Farm and allowing me to share the story of my little farm and cottage bakery on the Homestead.

Pam ❤