My name is Tonya, and I grew up on a 300-acre farm in rural Virginia that has been in my family for over 100 years. After graduating from college, receiving my master’s degree in speech and language pathology, and living and working in a small city for six years, I decided to return to the place of my childhood. Here, in this rural area, on this patch of green, where for four generations my family has farmed, gardened, and lived, I, too wanted to be a part of this continuity. As a fourth generation farmgirl, I have many interests that not only include, but also go beyond the basics of farming, gardening, sheep and chicken-keeping. It is all of this and more that I plan on sharing in this blog.
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Aw I love all the farm animals!
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Thank you. 🙂
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Beautiful! Love the sweet faces on those sheep, and still love crazy Barbara the chicken!
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Thank you, Donna. 😊 I love those sweet, little sheep faces, too. Every single animal on Green Hill Farm enriches our lives. I’m so grateful for all of them. ❤️
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Such a lovely place. 🙂
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I appreciate your kind comment, Deborah. Thank you very much. 🙂
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I always like seeing the pics of the farm and the sheeps and the chickens. but where’s the puppies???
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Thank you, Jim. I’m so glad you enjoyed the farm tour. 😊 Being outside and caring for the sheep and chickens is the best feeling.
It was rather warm here yesterday. So, Dash and Bizou were most likely napping on the sofa. 🙂🐶
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Love looking at your farm pictures. I don’t live on a farm with lots of animals just a cat but I do live in the country (no close neighbors) and I love it. I can tell the land means a lot to you. It’s beautiful.
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A heartfelt thank you, Betty. I love country living, too. There’s nothing like it! Many thanks for joining me on my walk. 🙂
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What gorgeous photos! I enjoyed them so much. Growing up in West Tennessee, I was used to pastoral scenes, taking them for granted. Then came 50 years of life in Queens and on Long Island. I’m back in the South now and reveling in the countryside. You’ve created an album of beautiful shots.
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How kind! Thank you very much, Anne. I’m delighted you enjoyed the photos. Tennessee is a beautiful state with lovely scenery. I can see why you would miss it. I’m happy you’re back to living in the countryside. I find there is something rejuvenating about it. I’m so glad you visited!
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There is always so much to see whenever we join you in a virtual tour of your farm. I love your pink roses and if I had a chance, I would ask you for some blooms to adorn my dining table. Beautiful farm and I know the amount of hard work you and Mr Farmguy puts into taking care of this farm. Have a pleasant weekend ahead.
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Thank you for your lovely and generous comment, Garfield. If I could, I would certainly send you some blooms to brighten your table. 🙂🌹
Our farm does require a lot of us, but what it gives us is immeasurable. 😊💗 Have a wonderful weekend, Garfield!
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That was just what I needed! A stroll around your beautiful place smiling at the contented animals and those words ringing in my ears. Lovely. I feel quite reinvigorated 🙂
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What a nice thing to say! Thank you, Osyth. I’m happy you came along on my walk! 🙂
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Those farm animals look so good……
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Thanks so much, Sudhir. We try very hard to keep them healthy and happy. 🙂
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We can see the results of your hard work Tonya….. Keep it up….. and keep on sharing with us the glimpses of beautiful life……..
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You are generous, Sudhir. Thank you. 🙂🌻
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Such health and happy animals 🙂 They look like they are out for brunch! Hats off to you and your family to maintain this.
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Many thanks, Prajakta. That’s a wonderful compliment! 🙂
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All great shots! I feel like the rooster looked right into my soul! 🙂
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Thank you, Joey. That’s our hen, Barbara. We love her curious nature and friendly personality! 🙂
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Oh how sweet! 😀
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Keep listening to the heartbeat!
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I will. 🙂 Thank you, Cathy.
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My goodness, Tonya! Every photo was a treat for the eyes and the soul. Thank you!
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How lovely! Many thanks for such a generous comment, Jennie. I’m so happy you enjoyed the photos.
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l did, Tonya, very much so. Best to you! 🙂
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I love that quote, and never fail to be cheered by your photos of the farm, the animals, and the flowers, so very beautiful 🙂
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I so appreciate your thoughtful and sweet comment, Judy! Thank you. 🙂 xo
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Love your farm with all its animals and natural beauty. You’re so blessed !
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You are so kind, Himali! Walking around our farm certainly instills a sense of gratitude. I love Green Hill Farm dearly. Thank you. 🙂
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This beauty is magnificent. Where is this beautiful place located ? Do you also live close by ? If by any chance I am around, I will visit you with lots of goodies 😇
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You are lovely, Himali! We live in Virginia in a small town in between Roanoke and Lynchburg. We’re about 3 1/2 hours from Washington, D.C.
You are welcome anytime! We would love to visit with you. 🙂
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Thank you so much for the invitation. I will surely take it up sometime. I now see that the secret to your glowing beauty and your lovely smile is farm guy and this stunning paradise 🙂 keep smiling always, Tonya 😇
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That would be wonderful! You are such a kind person, Himali. A heartfelt thank you. 🙂💗
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Every photo has beauty and meaning, Tonya. Those pink roses and the funny expressions on the chickens and sheep particularly amused me. Snicker, tee hee! 😁
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I’m happy you enjoyed the post! Many thanks, Robin. 🙂 xo
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I was able to feel some catching up accomplished, since I notice many who valiantly keep up with me, too. 💞
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Tonya, as a farmgirl myself (growing up), I appreciate your ability to capture the beauty of farming. Just posted this to my facebook page A Southern Breeze.
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Thank you for such a lovely comment, Louise. Many thanks for sharing my post.
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