About Us

Crazy Farm Living started from a simple vision; we just wanted to see how we could transform a quirky 20-acre of land into a beautiful park-like garden and a functional farm. This is how two inexperienced farmers left the city to try a farm life they never had. We matched Agriculture with Adventure. Perhaps you can call this “Agriventure”! We wanted to give everyone that has always dreamed of farming a chance to see what farming entails; its ups and downs! We prepare you ahead in case you ever decided to pursue your dream of growing your food someday! We are determined to build this farm, a homestead, and a business out of it. We are focused on making this functional, real, and fun!

Why the name

Crazy Farm Living?

Well, from our conversation to acquire this land, to start a farm, to leave the city, the word that best described them all is Crazy!

Isn’t it crazy for two city-bred folks who never had a country life to yearn for one suddenly?
Isn’t it crazy for two guys that knew nothing about tilting the soil, or rearing animals, or anything outdoor to suddenly talk of starting a functional farm? We never knew anything about this stuff living in the city!
Isn’t it crazy for two beginners to start farming, for the first time, on a 20-acre of land and not small farmland instead?
Isn’t it crazy for two mid-lifers who have full-time careers and expecting grandchildren to start such a rigorous and expensive adventure? We are supposed to be downsizing!

But, knowing all of this, we still bought a rundown, quirky, overgrown, neglected land.

And that’s why we named this adventure: Crazy Farm Living!

Meet your Farmers

Anne

Planner, writer, strategist

You can call me the crazy farm-wife!

I’m the brain behind the contents, strategies, and overall planning of this crazy “agriventure”. Although, we work together always and discuss almost every activity before it happens. We work and decide collectively, except cutting trees down. I tend to go, rogue when it comes to clearing a path!

I write the project lists, add the time, and then capture the stories. I write about “what we are doing and why” to hopefully give you an insight into our farm activities as you watch.

I want to prepare you ahead of what farming looks like if you ever have to start your farm. Or you may live your dreams through us. That’s fine too!

I’m also here to chat with you along the way.

Frank

Get-it-done guy

I’m the crazy farm-husband!

I’m Frank, the adorable husband to Anne. You can call me the Chief Operation Officer (COO) of Crazy Farm Living because I’m the “jack of all trades” kind of guy!

I can fix almost anything and willing to give other things a shot. You will find my videos more instructional as I show you “How-to” do some farm activities and “How it all happened”. Many are successful, while some failed. Either way, I will share it all with you.

My ability to research possible solutions to situations is my superpower. I will watch tons of YouTube videos, seeking a solution for any problem I encounter. Most times say 99% of the research works while it doesn’t occasionally. All I’m saying is; I can make things happen! You shall see!

Max (a.k.a. ‘Doodle’)

I’m Max, but you can also call me Doodle. I’m the Jack Russell Terrier of this farm. I always find my way in all photos and videos. I’m 10 years old and love farm life. I’m an indoor and outdoor dog. I love to watch Anne and Frank as they work on the farm. They call me their “faithful fur baby”

Daisy

I’m Daisy; an indoor super soft and fluffy kitty. I’m only a year and a half old. I give a classic Garfield expression most times! I don’t have a nickname yet but I think I’m the most beautiful cat here!

Charlie

I’m the youngest cat on the farm. Anne and Frank picked me from the Paris Humane Society 7 months ago. I’m such an energetic cat that loves to purr!

Bingo

I’m the outdoor surprise puppy. I lost my way last year in June and showed up on Anne and Frank’s farm. They have kept me ever since. I watch faithfully over the farm in return.

A peek in to who we are

The following excerpt is from my journal. This captures our excitement and apprehension as we took our first step in buying the farm and starting our Crazy Farm Living adventure….

The facts are that some dreams never materialize. Ideas and thoughts just pass through and never take root in our lives. Maybe that’s because they were never a part of God‘s plan for us anyways. Maybe they just require more than our souls are willing to give.

Today I sit on the couch watching mind numbing TV shows while perusing Pinterest for creative ideas. But in the back of my mind, we are waiting. There is anticipation and excitement. There is fear, a lot of fear and uncertainty. Frank and I run through the what-if scenarios and consider all the different changes we could make. The questions turn to what do we do first? How much money do we need? Is this going to be fun or make us miserable? We don’t agree on some ideas, but after talking through it we get on the same page. We’ve prayed for God’s will and direction. We’ve considered that we’re making a grave mistake. ‘abort mission’ rolls off our tongues as we chuckle about this potentially new adventure.

We’ve given our best offer on 20 acres of farm land out in Paris, TX. It has a country home on it and wildlife. It’s an escape from work and city life that we could really use at this age. We made the offer and they are considering it. That doesn’t mean no, but it doesn’t mean yes. So our anticipation grows as we wait. Just waiting for an ‘all systems go’ or ‘keep on walking’ my friend.

We’ll see what the Lord provides. (Sept. 2018)

Crazy Farm Living brings you life on the farm, insights into Agriculture, and a feel of the countryside. We educate and entertain you as you watch our daily activities in Homesteading, Gardening, and Animal Husbandry. Crazy Farm Living is our Agricultural Reality Show!