Rebecca Harrison

One of my very favorite pictures of my mother, me, and Abraham the Mule! Amongst her many talents, my mother was a gifted equestrian. I, however, am gifted at hanging on — a talent honed from years of knowing my pony would follow my mother’s horse up any mountain, across any river, and over any downed tree. My mother was a remarkably strong woman, and she prized courage, integrity, and resilience. Thus, I learned from a young age that my protestations that I did not want to cross some challenge on horseback were futile — and sometimes real strength means just shutting up and hanging on until you get through the obstacle life lays in front of you. Being the daughter of an indomitable badass lady was not the easiest childhood, but I am grateful every single day as an adult for the lessons which my mother instilled in me. Rebecca Harrison was amazing, and I hope she is proud that I am still hanging on despite the challenges!

Virgil Harrison

I love this picture of my grandfather, taken on the lawn where we now do Goat Yoga — a concept which I am sure would delight Virgil Harrison! In the background is the big red barn, which still stands as the back drop for so many pictures taken at Harrison Farm. I am incredibly grateful for the memories I have of my grandfather and all the lessons which he taught me. We spent hours discussing farming, history, and politics while working together in the barn. My grandfather inspired me to achieve whatever I put my mind to doing. A hundred years ago, my grandfather could never have imagined that it would be his granddaughter who would carry on the farm, and that it would become a place focused on community & teaching. It is wonderful to encourage children to emulate their role models, but it is even more remarkable to inspire children to pursue dreams only they have ever dreamed.