Brewing Eastertide Mead
We gathered to brew an annual Eastertide Mead, a process of careful sanitizing, adding honey and spring water, and celebrating with a loud "huzzah!" My brother, Ryan, led the way as we began this age-old tradition.
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A Bountiful Honey Harvest
Loss to liquid gold! Ryan's bee keeping season began with tragedy but ended with a record honey haul, thanks to a swift backyard swarm catch.
A Devotion for Trail Guides
What defines our mission as Trail Guides is demonstrating the glad assumption of self-sacrificial responsibility and servant leadership—joyfully modeling Christ-like service for our young men. It's about intentional fatherhood and mentorship.
The Pen of a Ready Scribe
The Oakley Vines is a space to capture our family's great accomplishments and precious moments. My desire is to share our stories in a way that is easy, private, and inspiring for all of us.
Rowan Earns Eagle Scout
The Oakley family is proud to announce Rowan Oakley has earned the rank of Eagle Scout! A Court of Honor will be held soon.