Mary Swander's Buggy Land

Host Mary Swander puts out a call to listeners for critter stories and gives instructions to make a pitch on the website: www. agarts.org. Swander tells the story of Old Order Amish neighbor Abram Yutzy demolishing a damaged room with just a hammer. Eventually, his large family joins him to pull the nails from the boards and romp with Swander's puppy. Reflections on waste, co-operation and living in a communal society. Ask Ruby segment on "Amish Paradise" and harmonica bands.

Show Notes

Host Mary Swander puts out a call to listeners for critter stories and gives instructions to make a pitch on the website: www. agarts.org. Swander tells the story of Old Order Amish neighbor Abram Yutzy demolishing a damaged room with just a hammer. Eventually, his large family joins him to pull the nails from the boards and romp with Swander's puppy. Reflections on waste, co-operation and living in a communal society. Ask Ruby segment on "Amish Paradise" and harmonica bands.

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Today's episode was produced and mixed by Rick Brewer of Brewhaha Audio Productions.

What is Mary Swander's Buggy Land?

Mary Swander's Buggy Land, hosted by Mary Swander, explores life among the Amish and the arts and agriculture in the wider rural community.