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Seed swapping at the homestead


Thanks to those of our visitors who took the time to write to us over the years and share your thoughts, appreciation, and stories with us. To hear from you fellow travelers has really inspired us - because at times it can feel rather lonely on the path!

We enjoy learning of your "victories" and accomplishments as you seek and travel your own journey to freedom and we especially benefit from ideas shared.

Some of you have even motivated us to tackle more goals and have definitely made our outreach efforts feel justified and successful.

We decided to share some of these letters because not only are they fascinating to read but perhaps other visitors will also find inspiration and motivation in these words to make a change in their lives.

All the quotes below are taken from actual readers' emails, postal letters, guest book signings and journal comments. The only changes we make are to fix occasional spelling and punctuation, and sometimes edit out minor details for privacy protection.

Most of the comments are favorable because (believe it or not) most of the mail we get is favorable. However, when we get unfavorable quotes, you'll see them here, too.

So, take a peek into Path to Freedom's mail box...



With over 95,000 unique visitors (3.5 million hits) a month, our email inbox can get pretty full. So what are people saying about this site?

Your way/philosophy is a true one that can liberate people to become independent. There are so many of us that do not know how to escape from the imprisonment of the society. You are here to show people the how's.

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Since its creation, Path to Freedom's Urban Homestead has been visited and toured by hundreds of guests from around the world.

Thank you so much for your time, hospitality and for sharing your wisdom! Much happiness to your whole family.

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