Welcome to the new Sietsema Orchards and Cider Mill blog, “The Farmer’s Wife.” My name is Mandy, and I am Andy’s wife. I know, pretty cute our name’s rhyme (haven’t heard that one before). No, our kids names don’t rhyme (we wouldn’t do that to them). 
We have three daughters, Layne (5), Abby (3) and Molly (1 1/2). We are a very busy family, with the orchard keeping us even busier. The older two can’t wait until they are old enough to work on the farm with daddy, but I don’t think they realize EVERYTHING that goes into running an apple and peach orchard, but they will be finding out soon enough!
I hope to update this blog a few times a week with what’s happening on the orchard, recipes, upcoming events and anything else orchard related. Please remember, this blog is for you- please give me lots of feedback and questions. You can also find more information at our website: http://sietsemaorchards.com/
Mandy! it is so cool to follow your day-to-day work/family life. I love knowing more about what you do and seeing all the work and love you pour into your family and your orchard. Inspiring to say the least!
Thanks Allie! I’m going to try and give lots of updates on what’s happening on the orchard, but we’ll see how that goes with three little ones following me around all day.
May this go well, Mandy! Looking forward to updates
Thanks Marcia! I’m hoping that it goes well!
Mandy, from the date of last post it looks like you’ve had a busy summer
I am sure with 3 little ones it is crazy!?! Looking forward to the peaches in August and hearing more from The Farmer’s Wife.
Yes, I have been very busy this summer! I’m hoping to start updating more regularly starting next week! We have our last little vacation for the summer starting Wednesday and then we should be home for awhile.