Hahn Family 2023

Why did Timmy go to the Netherlands 4 times this year?!

• To practice his Dutch

• To get more special spice needed for his stroopwafels for Wafeltje

• To shop for shirts with sleeves long enough for him

• To visit a pretty girl

Answer explanation

When Tim went to a Dutch friend's wedding in 2019, he met the bride's sister....it took a few years for them to reconnect, so he was making up for lost time this year!

Why did Eli go to Virginia?

• To buy a new milk cow

• To apply for a farm apprenticeship

• Because the elk hunting is better in Virginia than Oregon

• To visit a pretty girl

Answer explanation

If Eli secures an internship at Joel Salatin's farm in Virginia, he'll be very busy May - September. If he isn't one of the few selected, he hopes to be very busy starting his own farming business this year.

Where and why did Nate drive so much this year?

• To go skiing in Washington and Idaho

• To climb Mt. Thielsen with friends

• To help a friend buy a car in Montana

• To learn and grow in Jesus by being with other Believers

• To work on building projects

Answer explanation

Nate put over 15,000 miles on his car this year driving to see friends and family, helping them with projects and having fun adventures together!

What is the "new journey" that Doug and Andrea began?

• Crashing other people's camping trips

• Studying Herbalism

• Starting a Bakery

Answer explanation

While it's true that they "crashed" multiple camping trips, and that they are taking an in-depth online herbalism course, the "new journey" refers to the start of Timber Bakery. They are baking breads, pastries, and cookies in a certified kitchen on their homestead and selling them through local food clubs and markets.

Why did Joey go to Costa Rica?

• To go surfing

• For a missions trip

• To study Spanish

• To shop for coffee

Answer explanation

During this past year, Joey has felt God calling him to missions of some sort, specifically to tell others about Jesus. His short mission trip to Costa Rica with a team led by some friends was a great way to get his feet wet. He is seeking the Lord to know what is next!

Which of these were "firsts" for Bethany in 2023?

• Milking the cows twice a week

• Being a bridesmaid for 2 dear friends

• Teaching piano, writing songs, singing at hymn sings

• Making new friends in new places

• Backpacking in the Olympics

Answer explanation

Backpacking and being a bridesmaid were 2 new joys in Bethany's life this year!

Draw Joey's new mustache.

Answer explanation

What is happening in this photo?

Answer explanation

Bethany and friends filmed their first music video of one of Bethany's songs. Watch for a link, coming soon!

What are these guys doing?

Answer explanation

Eli planted a small field of navy beans and had to get them harvested and inside before the rains hit. Here the guys are sorting into crates so they can finish drying.

What is Timmy doing?

Answer explanation

He is making ravioli (3 kinds: cheese, pulled pork, and ratatouille) for one of the weddings he catered this year!