Elaine Vandiver's Journey to Sustainable Farming

from Happiness Unscripted · host Kristin DeSouza

Send us Fan MailElaine Vandiver's Journey to Sustainable FarmingIn this episode of Happiness Unscripted, host Kristin DeSouza concludes an insightful conversation with Elaine Vandiver, a military veteran turned full-time farmer and entrepreneur. Elaine, who operates Old Homestead Alpacas and Gholson Gardens in Walla Walla, Washington, shares her remarkable journey from working in an engaging yet technical, high-stress job to embracing the therapeutic and fulfilling life of a farmer. Elaine discusses her gradual transition into farming, the challenges and triumphs of managing her businesses, and the profound joy she finds in working with nature. The dialogue highlights the importance of following one's passion, the impact of seasonal changes on daily farm life, and the value of creating tangible, useful products.Key Timestamps01:36 Receptivity & Pulling on the thread04:33 Building Gholson Gardens28:15 The Therapy of Farming31:53 Can't Freeze Time35:32 Connecting with Elaine and the Farm39:52 Looking back and Looking ForwardConnect with Elaine:🌐 Websites:https://www.gholsongardens.comhttps://www.oldhomesteadalpacas.com/📱Social Media:facebook.com/OldHomesteadAlpacasinstagram.com/oldhomesteadalpacas/facebook.com/gholsongardensinstagram.com/gholsongardens/Connect with Happiness Unscripted:✉️: [email protected]🎙️: https://happinessunscripted.buzzsprout.com On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/61RuOPMxtnkZaGKtQTO1pm?si=e7bfd270bb7f489a On Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-unscripted/id1837486744Also where you normally listen 👂 to podcasts!📱 Social Media:facebook.com/HappinessUnscriptedinstagram.com/happinessunscripted/Hey there friends! Just a friendly reminder that this podcast is all about sharing ideas and having fun conversations. I'm not an expert in this subject over here - just a curious person exploring topics I find interesting. So please don't take anything said here as professional advice. When in doubt, chat with the real pros who know their stuff. Thanks for listening and hope you join us for the next episode! Now, let's dive in and get happy!

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