Welcome to the BranFlake Blog--where we are livin' our life the old fashioned way! We value time over things, we strive to live more simply and from scratch, and momma is loving all things retro......."The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart"-Helen Keller
Well, the first season of the Fayetteville Farmer's Market is over. Whew. As much as I love my granola, love the market, love my customers, and have so much fun doing it, I am SO glad for a break. I average 60-80 hours a week of work on the business. In between those times, I have housework, homeschool, playing with Gavin, errands to run, you know, the typical homemaking responsibilities. This winter I will work on streamlining the bookkeeping process, getting costs down for ingredients, marketing, and doing all of the administrative stuff I couldn't get to during the year. The first 5 years for a small business is crucial, and I'm not counting last year since there was no comparison to this year. I absolutely LOVE my Saturday's on the square. It is my dream. Well, my dream is just starting, but I love being outdoors, watching the sun rise on the square, the comradarie of the farmers and vendors, my regulars coming by every Saturday...love. I would not have made it without the amazing support of Blake, my helper in the kitchen, lil G, and my awesome friends who have helped me in so many ways!! It's been an AMAZING year!! I hope during the winter season that I can update the blog too. I have so many pictures to add of Gavin and his adventures!!
Im soo happy for you and your new business venture. As hard as it has been for you, You have done great and it will all pay off ! Your right too about the first 5 years and just stick with it as a passion and keep up your hard work and it will all be worth it!!! Im glad you have found something you love doing too . I think Its very important to have that in your life. Good luck with the off season and new season to come. I cant wait to come visit you on the square !!!!
We thank God everyday for the blessings He has given us. 1 Cor. 16:14 "Do everything in love"
Blake, otherwise known as Daddy.
Code name: Workin' Man. Bigfoot Enthusiast. Pancake-Maker on the weekends. Exercise Physiologist Genius.Loves the outdoors and adventure.
Fran, a.k.a. Momma
Homemaker, Mom, Grannie Frannie's Granola Owner and Founder. Loves adventure, crafting, and last minute vacations. Dreamer ExtraOrdinaire, Loves a good bargain!
Gavin, the baby.
Otherwise known as: Sweet Pea, Rug Rat, Bubs, Bubba, G-dizzle, Pumpkin, Sweet Boy, Big Foot, Mr. Crankypants, Mr. Happypants. Gavin the rockstar.
Gary: Gavin's brother from another mother
Gary has graduated and moved back home to Honduras. We will always consider him part of our family and we miss his presence in our life. He is going to do amazing things with his future!!
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Im soo happy for you and your new business venture. As hard as it has been for you, You have done great and it will all pay off ! Your right too about the first 5 years and just stick with it as a passion and keep up your hard work and it will all be worth it!!! Im glad you have found something you love doing too . I think Its very important to have that in your life. Good luck with the off season and new season to come. I cant wait to come visit you on the square !!!!
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