Amish Life: Holmes County (Video)
Here’s a three-minute montage of some favorite Holmes County Amish community scenes, set to music. The photos are all by Don Burke. I hope you enjoy this look at one of my favorite communities. Runtime: 3:23.

Here’s a three-minute montage of some favorite Holmes County Amish community scenes, set to music. The photos are all by Don Burke. I hope you enjoy this look at one of my favorite communities. Runtime: 3:23.
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Amish Life: Holmes County
Super photos set to perfect music!
Glad you thought so Pat! I enjoy making these videos as a little change of pace from the regular lineup, due to the simplicity, music and visuals. Great shots by Don as always.