My farm-style kitchen boldly reveals my appreciation of that which is old (or old-fashioned) and that which is modern and convenient. I have no problem mixing the old with the new. In fact, I love that. The plank flooring and farm sink give a nod to the past, and the Hoosier cabinet and marble top dresser are authentic antiques. At the same time, the appliances and white wall units are brand new and up to date. When I'm cooking or baking, I often have my lap top computer sitting on the counter so I can read recipes online or from my cookbook software, but my approach to homemaking is old-fashioned. I'm canning and freezing foods, and I make a lot of food from scratch. More and more, I'm using less and less processed foods.
