The new seeds are here, the new seeds are here!
Posted on February 21, 2009 - Filed Under seeds, vegetables | 1 Comment
Finally!
Now that we have a few growing seasons under our belts, we’re feeling more inclined to stick with the things we’ve tried and been successful with — and we actually like to eat. However, you can’t not try at least some (that’s the key word, some — not all, some) of the tempting specimens seen [...]
Probably too much information
Posted on February 21, 2009 - Filed Under animals, compost, donkey, farm maintenance, fertilizer, food safety, goats, horse, ick!, manure, pasture, vegetables, weather | Leave a Comment
Oh today was a lovely day filled with cool, but not cold, temperatures; clear blue skies; no pestering bugs; birds singing. So how did I spend it? Shoveling sh*t. Sorry, I suppose I could have used a “nicer” word (I do consider myself a G-rated site), but when it comes down to [...]
Read More..>>A picture is worth 1000 words
Posted on February 10, 2009 - Filed Under about us, photography | 1 Comment
I promised myself and others I would take and share more pictures. I did quite a bit during the holidays and have been trying to since I’ve been home. Just one problem: I can’t find the camera charger. My camera battery is now kaput and I have no way of charging it to take or [...]
Read More..>>Temporary thaw
Posted on February 10, 2009 - Filed Under animals, farm maintenance, herbs, horse, pears, pests, planting, plows, seeds, spring, trees, vegetables, weather | 2 Comments
After weeks of below freezing temperatures, rain and bluster, this week started with sun and warmth…aaaah….making working outside a pleasure again. I don’t know how long it will last, so I’m trying to take advantage.
The only thing in bloom right now is the Asian pear tree which seemed to thrive on the much cooler temperatures. [...]
Happy Birthday to me
Posted on February 10, 2009 - Filed Under birthday, celebration, cooking, holiday, home, neighbors | 1 Comment
To celebrate my birthday (number to remain unmentionable, although Jett says 24 so we’ll go with that), we had our first real party since moving here. I invited everyone we know and like, figuring maybe a few would come. You know the rule, invite 12, expect half at most. Imagine my surprise when everyone we [...]
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