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  • Lucie Brault October 22, 2026 at 5:40 pm on The Amish in Canada: 2026 Guide (22 Communities)I am a 62 years old woman with small health issues. My ant is 76 years old with heart issues. We live nearby Montreal Québec. We would like to go on a road trip, to travel to an Amish village (in NB or ON) and paticipate to the life in the communauty for 7 seven days or so, to reconnect with our Spirituality and the Land. Is it possible to reach someone who can help us organize this journey? You may reach me by email. Thank you in advance. Lucie Brault
  • J.O.B. October 22, 2026 at 8:56 am on Amish Woman Used A Weed Whacker To Scare Off Man With Knife & Handcuffs In Attempted Kidnappinghttps://www.pennlive.com/crime/2026/10/amish-woman-used-weed-whacker-to-scare-off-man-with-knife-handcuffs-police.html
  • J.O.B. October 22, 2026 at 8:22 am on Amish Woman Used A Weed Whacker To Scare Off Man With Knife & Handcuffs In Attempted KidnappingThis person entered the country illegally and should not have been here. https://www.wgal.com/article/pa-manheim-township-dui-arrest-commissioner-celsos-mesias-source-says/74208390 Soft/open border policy is designed to change the demographics of certain areas/country and create greater dependency on gov't. I've had these conversations with people who work in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, etc,. They send groups of people from certain 'demographics' into Lancaster for work. But Quietly it is to change the demographics and increase population to take the land from the farmers/Amish thru increase of taxes, insurance, etc,. Basically price them out so the area can be developed. Lancaster City is a clear sign of the changing demographics. Hispanic is the largest group at 40%. This individual had some contact with Amish or knew of them thru word of mouth. Sadly, I know Amish/Mennonite who need workers and hire some of these demographics and there is a history of some of them sexually harassing young Amish women. Young or married, did not matter. A married woman had to leave her job because one of the hired drivers was continuing to pursue her.
  • Denise October 21, 2026 at 5:07 pm on An “Amish Cabela’s,” Yoder’s Sausage Kitchen, & A Long-Debated Amish Community Center: What’s New In Jamesport, MissouriDon, Thank you for the detailed visit in Jamesport, and the visit with Laura. So interesting. And great photos.
  • Walter Boomsma October 21, 2026 at 4:42 pm on Amish Crews Are Heading South To Rebuild Helene-Damaged Homes For 5 Months — And They Need DriversI've shared this on my Facebook Page and will also do a short blog post linking to this post. I wish I could go to South Carolina and be involved!
  • Ryan October 21, 2026 at 1:59 pm on Amish Business DirectoryWe would love to place an ad if possible. I have consulted with the Amish for over 10 years and just opened my business. Hello, I’m Ryan Weisenbacher. Transitioning over a decade of hands-on coaching experience into a dedicated business model tailored for Amish communities is a uniquely valuable venture. Given the deep cultural norms, distinct values, and traditional approaches to commerce within Plain communities, structuring your services around their specific lifestyle will set your business apart. I decided to go out on my own and would love to help those with health needs. 941-221-2168 biotuneyouehealth.com
  • Anita October 21, 2026 at 1:57 pm on Why This Amish Bakery In Jamesport, Missouri Is A Must-Stop — Fresh Pies, Breads & A Behind-the-Scenes Look (25 Photos)I was in Jamesport once, took 2 gooseberry pies home to SW Kansas and those were the best pies we've ever had (except my grandma's!) I can't wait to go back.
  • Bruce Detrick October 21, 2026 at 12:10 pm on Amish Crews Are Heading South To Rebuild Helene-Damaged Homes For 5 Months — And They Need DriversPerfect driving record. In Townville ,PA. No vehicle on the road at this time. Can use friends vehicle to get to the church. I have been working with Amish for a year now. Not afraid of hard work.
  • Ken October 21, 2026 at 11:25 am on The Amish in Canada: 2026 Guide (22 Communities)It states that the milverton settlement has unique Amish surnames and states the settlement at Kincardine/Tiverton does as well. The Amish surnames are found in all the milverton daughter settlements, including 2 districts at Kincardine (1995); 3 at Chesley; 2 separate districts at Manitoulin Island; and a single district in Prince Edward Island. Approximately half the Amish here have Kuepfer/Kipfer as their surname, followed by Albrecht, Jantzi, Zehr, Ebersol, Wagler, Streicher, Schmidt, Davidson, Wickey, Zook, and Martin.
  • Jean Lewis October 20, 2026 at 10:01 pm on Amish Furniture – Nebraska (4 Stores)I am writing to inquire about your roofing services for my new home . I am considering purchasing the property and would like to get a new roof installed to ensure the property's integrity.
  • Leana October 20, 2026 at 8:49 pm on Amish Woman Used A Weed Whacker To Scare Off Man With Knife & Handcuffs In Attempted KidnappingI am pretty Amish about that stuff myself but do agree in such cases self defense is perfectly justified. Sooo glad she escaped that fate, and I must say at this time of year they are looking for hostages for their ritual sacrifices and this is high occult season. I warn people to be careful all the time at this time of year, always so glad when halloween is over! I too pray that she is comforted and remains safe and that justice is served.
  • Karen October 20, 2026 at 12:59 pm on Amish Woman Used A Weed Whacker To Scare Off Man With Knife & Handcuffs In Attempted KidnappingGood for her! I certainly hope that no one criticizes her for defending herself!
  • Jim Krämer October 20, 2026 at 12:54 pm on Amish Woman Used A Weed Whacker To Scare Off Man With Knife & Handcuffs In Attempted KidnappingNot macht erfinderisch!
  • Joanne Lehman October 20, 2026 at 12:08 pm on Amish Business DirectoryHello! I’m an Anabaptist author of Amish- themed novels. I wonder if you might feature my work as an article on your website. I have been told by Amish readers that my fiction is more accurate in portrayals of old order Amish life. As the Masthof article says, my stories grow out of my own experiences living and working among the Amish in Wayne-Holmes County, Ohio. See the link below to read about my work. Thank you! Joanne Lehman, author https://bookstore.masthof.com/blogs/masthof-pages/authentic-faith-and-everyday-grace-with-author-joanne-lehman
  • Myriam October 19, 2026 at 3:10 am on This Amish Home In Canada Has A Satellite Dish & Light Switches — But No Bathroom (24 Photos)As a sewer myself (both on a singer threadle machine & a modern one) I can tell you that having plenty of good light is essential! So without electric light, having the machine in front of a window is a practical choice. Sewing, especially whole garments, is precision work. While threadle machines are generally less finicky than modern sewing machines, a good light source will be essential still.
  • Charles Rosebrook October 18, 2026 at 7:39 pm on Amish Cabinets – MichiganDear Sir/Madam I am writing to request a quotation for the following item: .TYPE : BASE CABINET . DIMENSIONS : "33W X 34 1/2"H . MATERIAL : MAPLE . STYLE : SLAB PANEL DOOR WITH TWO DRAWERS ABOVE DOORS . QUANTITY : TEN (10) If this style is unvailable,Please provide alternative options Thank you for assistance.I look forward to your response. Best regards, Charles Rosebrook Sundberg Quality Homes 4393 S Santana Dr, Wasilla,AK 99654 P: 423 467 5840 E: crbrook11@gmail.com
  • pips2 October 17, 2026 at 10:49 pm on The Amish in New York: 2026 Guide (64 Communities)Separating the New York settlements by history and location makes this guide much easier to follow. The descriptions of Conewango Valley and Heuvelton also show why the state's Amish communities should not be treated as one uniform group. A map alongside the dated population estimates would be a useful addition for readers trying to understand that geography.
  • Jessica October 17, 2026 at 8:50 am on 5 Lesser-Known Holidays Observed By AmishWhile they are instructed not to and it is frowned upon I can attest that they 100% do use the Internet. My cousin lives in amish country outside of lancaster and I kid you not, every single time I visit her there is an Amish person sitting at her computer. Sometimes there is a line to use the thing in her living room! I'm just saying! They are just people. Like you and me.
  • Alberta October 17, 2026 at 8:34 am on New From Ben & Rose: “Will You Travel Down This Road With Me?”Thanks for the nice post. It was good to hear Ben singing some. He tries not to smile while he is singing..lol He has a good voice.
  • Jim Krämer October 16, 2026 at 3:27 pm on Amish Woman Targeted In Attempted Abduction In Lancaster County — Police Seek Gray PickupIch hoffe und bete, dass die Polizei möglichst bald den Verbrecher in Haft nehmen wird! Die stillen, friedvollen Menschen gelten viel zu oft als Zielscheibe der denkbar schlimmsten Gauner. Möge Gott dieser lieben amischen Frau und der Gemeinde Frieden und Trost trotz allem zukommen lassen.
  • Nancy and Chris Kowalski October 16, 2026 at 7:29 am on The 7 States With Just A Single Amish Community (2026)You must go to Old Fashion Days in Bremen Indiana we have been for three years and would not miss it. We live in Amish Country and love it. Thank you for your Channel keep up the great work
  • Christopber Kowalski October 16, 2026 at 7:21 am on “Old Fashion Days” Draws Big Amish Crowd In Rentown, Indiana (16 Photos)I won a Cedar Mailbox post from Gary Hochstettler the owner of True Timber at Old Fashioned Days. They make fabulous timber beams that are made the way things used to be made. High quality and will last longer than time.
  • Denise October 15, 2026 at 6:44 pm on This Amish Home In Canada Has A Satellite Dish & Light Switches — But No Bathroom (24 Photos)Wow, that home is tidy and well kept. I think I'd be sad to leave it. Even with just an outhouse....
  • S Frankel October 15, 2026 at 4:17 pm on Amish in Maryland Are Getting $16,000 Tax Bills — When They Owe $400If that's one of those new-fangled automatic transmissions, I'm not impressed....
  • S Frankel October 15, 2026 at 4:12 pm on This Amish Home In Canada Has A Satellite Dish & Light Switches — But No Bathroom (24 Photos)Maybe the reason for putting the sewing machine next to the window is to get as much light as possible on the work.
  • Jim Krämer October 15, 2026 at 4:02 pm on This Amish Home In Canada Has A Satellite Dish & Light Switches — But No Bathroom (24 Photos)Die große Garderobe im Schlafzimmer scheint übrigens hervorragend geeignet aus zu weiteren Abenteuern im Land Narnia...! Scherz beiseite ist es ein wunderbares Haus. Ich wundere mich aber, warum eine andere amische Familie es nicht kaufen will—dass die Gemeinde ein solches Haus mit Hof sozusagen durch die Finger entgleiten lässt...!
  • Erik Wesner October 15, 2026 at 1:05 pm on Amish in Maryland Are Getting $16,000 Tax Bills — When They Owe $400It is pretty clever. So it's not only humans throwing the fish back. I guess it depends on the person.
  • Erik Wesner October 15, 2026 at 1:04 pm on My Amish Settlement List (72 Communities) UPDATEDNice to hear from you Brian, northern Indiana is a great Amish area and nice to hear you've got roots there. I'm less up to speed on the Old Order Mennonite communities but met some in the northern Indiana area (Wakarusa community if you know it) and in other places. Neat to hear about the ones in Missouri - that is a great "underrated" state for the Plain commmunities, especially given the large-ish Amish presence across the state.
  • Erik Wesner October 15, 2026 at 12:59 pm on Amish in Maryland Are Getting $16,000 Tax Bills — When They Owe $400Heh, as for analog, don't get me started 🙂 In a related area, I drive a strictly pre-digital vehicle, one with actual knobs that you can operate on feel, not having to swipe through the menu of a tablet screen mounted in the car while also keeping your eyes on the road. I've always thought that was safer and honestly a more pleasant driving experience. I won't be surprised if knobs end up making a comeback and touchscreens disappear from some of these vehicles. Well I better stop here before I really get going on this one.

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