Love's Games

Peace of Mind and Privacy

Little did I know when I wrote this scene in Love's Games that we would need to install gates on our farm. My fictional life makes its way into my real life in surprising ways. Thanks to my wonderful daughter-in-law, who got the ball rolling, we have security gates on the farm. The gate leading to the farmhouse is beautiful and serves a much-needed purpose. It provides peace of mind and security, keeping the outside world outside. We answer calls at our gates or on the phone daily from people who want a tour, a job, or to purchase raw milk. We no longer provide tours because we don't have the time. Our employees are great, they don't leave us, so we have no job openings. It's illegal to sell raw milk to the public, so we don't sell it. The fine for doing so is not worth the cost of a litre of milk. Although the gates aren't one hundred percent effective (not everyone thinks a closed gate means Stay Out), we are thankful for the peace of mind and privacy they provide.