S2 Ep07: “My Home on an Iowa Farm”

 In this episode, Reverend Gerry Vander Hart, recounts his early years growing up in Mahaska County, Iowa from the mid 1930’s through the early 1950’s. Gerry shares stories of what farm life was like at that time, including tending to farm animals, field work, family life, church, school and local activities. He will also recount how, when his father was a young man, the community church and school were burned to the ground by individuals who mistrusted the dutch speaking community during World War 1. Gerry’s story will transport you to a simpler time and place in the American Midwest.

Photo: courtesy of the Vander Hart family

Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man