Lavender gold: the essential oil rises to the top; the hydrosol, to the bottom.
Distillation and Donald Lavender distillation has begun on our ranch! We distill in very small batches, which inadvertently has allowed us to discover that each piece of earth growing lavender has its own terroir, its essential oil distinct and unique. The following is an excerpt from my book Farming Soul: A Tale of Initiation. It… Read more »
Farming and Politics: A Personal Story
Farming Couple, about 1900, identity unknown. Photographers, Ed Damery and Mr. Sutman Farming and Politics: A Personal Story Some years ago my oldest son Jesse interviewed my father for a school project. My father lived his entire life on a small Illinois farm. In early years he and his family raised several crops as well… Read more »
Listening to the Earth
Listening to the Earth Patricia Damery is the author of the recently released: Farming Soul: A Tale of Initiation. “the psychological problem of today is a spiritual problem, a religious problem . . .” —C.G. Jung, C.G. Jung Speaking: Interview and Encounters, “Does the World Stand on the Verge of Spiritual Rebirth?” A psychological and… Read more »
Special Events at Harms Vineyards and Lavender Fields Special Events at Harms Vineyards and Lavender Fields Open House, June 19, 2010. Please join us for an all-out sensory experience when our fields will be in full bloom. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sample lavender culinary treats, tour our Biodynamic® ranch, pet our goats. Listen to a reading… Read more »
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