Children around a campfire at the Coal Creek Farm.

Family Time

My four kids have grown up at the farm. Here are some of our great memories.

  • Pat-and-Pam-the-mules-pull-out-of-the-barn-with-George-and-the-kids.-These-mules-are-sisters-who-have-spent-their-entire-lives-together
  • Everyone-enjoys-smores-in-their-own-way.-Beatriz-takes-sticky-fingers-to-the-next-level
  • Healthy-foods-are-available-but-Beatriz-enjoys-a-snack-of-butter-and-coca-cola
  • Beatriz-is-excited-to-play-with-her-new-friend.-Each-of-the-kids-got-a-bunny-from-the-farmers-market
  • Blackberry-season-is-a-popular-time-at-the-farm.-Beatriz-teaches-Cody-to-avoid-the-briars-and-enjoy-the-fruit-of-their-labor
  • New-babies-are-always-popular-at-the-farm.-The-kids-from-the-big-house-come-to-pet-the-new-kid-in-the-barn
  • The-Coal-Creek-Farm-feels-like-a-magical-retreat.-A-rare-day-with-a-complete-rainbows-feel-completely-so
  • There-are-numerous-places-to-play-at-the-farm.-Sam-is-showing-his-bouldering-skills-on-the-Whites-Creek-side-of-the-property
  • The-Lindemann-children-head-out-to-collect-dandelions.-Dandelions-when-picked-young-are-delicious-as-well-as-nutritious
  • Beatriz-stands-beside-the-weeds-she-just-pulled.-Sam-walks-amongst-the-plants-in-their-summer-garden
  • Each-of-the-Lindemann-children-adopted-a-kitten.-Cody-decided-to-teach-his-how-to-drink-milk
  • Everyone-loves-the-swimming-pond-when-the-weather-is-nice.-Spot-the-dog-isnt-willing-to-be-left-out-of-the-fun
  • Simon-and-the-kids-take-an-outing-in-Coal-Creek.-They-challenge-each-other-to-catch-crayfish-and-salamanders
  • The-kids-go-exploring-in-Coal-Creek.-They-find-multiple-chunks-of-the-creeks-namesake
  • The-Lindemann-children-practice-their-archery-skills.-Georgia-shows-Bea-and-Cody-how-to-draw-the-bow
  • The-pond-is-always-popular-in-the-summer.-There-is-no-wrong-way-to-enjoy-it
  • We-plant-a-vegetable-garden-by-the-big-house-in-the-Spring.-Bea-and-Georgia-help-transplant-the-starts-into-the-soil
  • Corn-grows-vigorously-in-Tennessee.-The-Lindeman-family-checks-in-on-their-summer-crop-1
  • Georgia-hangs-out-in-the-back-of-a-mule-with-a-new-chick-and-two-rabbits.-The-kids-help-make-sure-the-animals-have-plenty-of-food-and-affection-1
  • Life-on-the-farm-progresses-quickly.-The-chicks-grow-quickly-as-do-the-cousins-1
  • Swimming-in-the-pond-is-a-favorite-activity-in-the-summer-months.-Beatriz-Georgia-and-Cody-relax-on-the-dock-after-attempting-a-swim-to-the-bottom-1
  • We-like-to-make-jokes-about-a-silly-goose.-At-the-barn-Beatriz-is-loving-on-a-lucky-duck-1
  • A-beautiful-sunrise-greets-morning-hikers.-Folklore-implies-that-this-22red-in-the-morning22-heralds-an-approaching-storm
  • A-fire-on-a-cool-evening-makes-everyone-happy.-Cody-and-Eli-cut-firewood-to-resupply-the-woodpile
  • A-game-of-frisbee-golf-is-fun-for-all-ages.-Georgia-reacts-after-attempting-a-difficult-putt
  • A-total-solar-eclipse-is-a-rare-event.-This-year-the-solar-eclipses-path-of-totality-passed-over-Coal-Creek-Farm
  • A-vegetable-garden-provides-many-learning-opportunities-for-kids.-Crisler-shows-Georgia-and-Cody-how-to-build-a-bean-trellis
  • A-visit-to-Coal-Creek-Farm-can-be-very-relaxing.-Cody-finds-his-sister-taking-advantage-of-a-unique-nap-spot
  • As-the-summer-progresses-the-sunflowers-reach-for-the-sky.-Cody-and-Georgia-check-in-on-their-growth
  • Barn-cats-are-essential-for-protecting-the-feed-supplies-at-the-barn.-The-Lindemann-children-each-named-a-kitten-that-will-grow-into-this-role
  • Beatriz-and-the-twins-relax-by-the-barn.-They-are-happy-to-keep-the-mother-cat-safe-as-she-nurses-her-litter
  • Beatriz-Georgia-and-Cody-love-spending-time-in-the-barn.-They-each-named-a-kitten-from-the-recent-litter
  • Coal-Creek-Farm-is-filled-with-fun.-The-Lindemann-twins-play-with-a-see-saw-built-from-leftover-farming-materials
  • Cody-loves-playing-with-animals.-He-shows-off-a-baby-swallow-he-found-in-the-barn
  • Controlling-varmints-on-a-farm-is-critical-while-raising-livestock.-Georgia-and-Cody-work-on-improving-their-aim
  • Each-Fall-we-gather-records-of-the-medicinal-plants-at-Coal-Creek-Farm.-George-shares-the-plan-before-the-group-sets-to-work
  • Each-of-the-Lindemann-children-adopted-a-kitten.-Cody-decided-to-teach-his-how-to-drink-milk-1
  • Everyone-loves-the-swimming-pond-when-the-weather-is-nice.-Spot-the-dog-isnt-willing-to-be-left-out-of-the-fun-1
  • Farm-life-keeps-us-happy-and-healthy.-Bea-and-the-twins-prepare-to-rinse-off-after-taking-a-mud-bath
  • Fire-management-is-an-important-tool-for-a-healthy-forest.-The-Lindemann-family-and-their-friends-prepare-for-a-controlled-burn
  • Fishing-in-the-pond-is-a-fun-activity-in-the-summertime.-Georgia-contemplates-the-next-step-after-catching-a-crappie
  • Georgia-takes-time-each-morning-to-visit-the-animals.-She-gives-extra-love-to-Pat-the-mule
  • Its-a-beautiful-ride-to-the-top-of-the-mountain.-Esteban-Bea-and-the-twins-take-a-break-midway
  • Josh-and-Cody-get-ready-to-view-the-eclipse.-Specialized-goggles-allow-them-to-safely-look-at-the-sun
  • Researching-and-conserving-ginseng-has-become-a-priority-at-Coal-Creek-Farm.-Sam-marks-several-plants-to-check-back-on-later
  • Simon-and-the-kids-take-an-outing-in-Coal-Creek.-They-challenge-each-other-to-catch-crayfish-and-salamanders-1
  • The-fishing-pond-contains-multiple-species-of-fish.-Sam-shows-off-the-size-of-a-catfish
  • The-hay-bales-are-wrapped-in-plastic-to-keep-them-dry.-This-provides-the-Lindemann-children-with-a-new-place-to-play
  • The-kids-go-exploring-in-Coal-Creek.-They-find-multiple-chunks-of-the-creeks-namesake-1
  • The-Lindemann-children-gather-at-the-top-of-Bear-Den-Mountain.-The-view-of-Grassy-Cove-is-enhanced-by-the-cloud-cover.-
  • The-Lindemann-children-practice-their-archery-skills.-Georgia-shows-Bea-and-Cody-how-to-draw-the-bow-1
  • The-pond-is-always-popular-in-the-summer.-There-is-no-wrong-way-to-enjoy-it-1
  • The-solar-eclipses-path-of-totality-passed-right-across-the-farm.-Bearden-Mountain-was-the-perfect-spot-for-family-and-friends-to-enjoy-it
  • We-plant-a-vegetable-garden-by-the-big-house-in-the-Spring.-Bea-and-Georgia-help-transplant-the-starts-into-the-soil-1
  • Coal-Creek-Farm-is-a-great-place-to-celebrate-birthdays.-April-Fools-Day-is-extra-special-for-Sam-and-the-Lindemanns
  • Coal-Creek-Farm-provides-for-its-caretakers.-Cody-returns-to-the-house-to-share-the-bounty-from-his-foraging
  • Cody-continues-to-develop-his-foraging-skills.-He-taps-the-trees-for-sap-to-boil-down-for-sweet-treat
  • Covid-closed-all-the-hair-salons.-Bea-helps-her-father-look-and-feel-good-as-the-summer-temperatures-increase
  • Covid-shut-down-the-world-for-a-time.-Georgia-focuses-on-her-schoolwork-through-zoom-classes
  • Covid-took-away-most-activities-in-the-city.-Beatriz-Georgia-and-Cody-found-new-spots-in-the-forest-to-play
  • Gathering-medicinal-plants-can-be-hot-work.-The-crew-cools-down-in-Coal-Creek-on-the-way-back-to-the-house
  • Georgia-had-a-busy-morning-applying-eye-shadow-for-their-adventure-near-the-barn.-Pam-the-mule-is-only-interested-in-her-treats
  • Georgia-has-a-lifelong-bond-with-the-mules.-They-spend-time-together-even-when-she-does-not-bring-them-treats
  • Good-things-take-time.-Cody-checks-on-the-brownies-he-is-preparing-in-a-solar-oven
  • In-olden-times-trees-were-cut-with-crosscut-saws.-Sam-and-Cody-perfect-this-technique-to-clear-the-road
  • Jumping-from-the-dock-into-the-pond-is-a-bit-chilly-in-early-Spring.-Cody-and-Yonne-enjoy-it-anyhow
  • Many-people-found-new-hobbies-in-2020.-George-picked-up-ornithology-and-began-recording-bird-songs
  • Safe-skill-with-a-chainsaw-is-important-on-the-plateau.-Eli-watches-over-Beatriz-as-she-prepares-to-clear-a-path-for-the-atv
  • Sam-continues-his-work-cataloguing-ginseng.-He-is-pleased-to-find-plants-returning-where-he-expected-them
  • The-kids-love-playing-in-Coal-Creek.-Cody-shows-off-a-small-frog-he-captured-while-searching-around
  • The-second-amendment-is-cherished-on-the-plateau.-Georgia-takes-aim-with-her-pellet-gun
  • We-reclaimed-an-old-logging-road-for-hiking-and-riding-atvs.-Josh-and-Cody-clear-22Calle-Covid22-the-old-fashioned-way.-
  • A-rope-swing-is-a-simple-way-to-play-in-the-woods
  • After-a-full-day-of-water-skiing-Beatriz-returns-to-the-farm
  • Coal-Creek-remains-a-favorite-place-to-explore
  • Forest-bathing-helps-lower-stress-and-increase-well-being
  • Growing-up-on-private-property-allows-for-unique-experiences
  • Its-time-to-celebrate-another-birthday-at-the-farm
  • Little-ones-inevitably-get-big
  • One-goal-at-Coal-Creek-Farm-is-to-cut-enough-hay-to-last-the-winter
  • The-barn-is-a-great-place-for-adventures
  • The-Cumberland-Plateau-is-extremely-biodiverse
  • The-forest-adapts-to-challenges
  • The-twins-have-an-annual-tradition-they-call-_the-Coal-Creek-Adventure_
  • The-view-from-on-top-of-Bear-Den-Mountain-is-spectacular
  • The-view-from-the-main-house-improves-in-the-Fall