O’Neill: One chapter ends as the next begins (column)

Casey O’Neill is a farmer and owner of Happy Day Farms in Laytonville, Calif. The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of The Mendocino Voice. If you’d like to write your own column for The Mendocino Voice, send your idea to info@mendovoice.com.

We’ve come to the end of the year! One chapter ends as the next begins, and I’m full of reflection on what has gone even as I edge into the early stages of the hope that springs eternal. I love the planning process, the idea stage of the farm that happens on cold winter days with hot coffee and excitement for the future. I also love the times of reflection and processing, the cementing of lessons in their application so that they are not forgotten.