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Chicken Check
I have not eaten any commercially produced chicken product since the line was drawn (in my mind) in October 2009. Nothing. Nada. Tempted? No. The only chicken that has been in my mouth came from our backyard. Shhh, don’t tell them. And be careful what you say around Jett! I have, however, continued to eat … Continue reading
Canning PSA
I’m currently in canning mode (pesto, pear concoctions, whatever else comes along), so I’m cleaning out the storage cupboard of last year’s leftovers…which means you should too! Although I’ve heard stories of people safely keeping and eating their home-canned goods for years, we’re all a bunch of wusses now. Just kidding, it’s better … Continue reading
9…10…a big fat hen
Today we traded 2 female goats for 10 chickens: 4 live layers, 6 frozen. The 4 new laying hens are a bit older than our current chickens and have already laid 3 brown eggs: 1 is your typical small grade egg, the other 2 are like mini egg-size, but edible. They’ll … Continue reading
Happy Birthday to me
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 … Continue reading
Let the games begin
New event for the summer farm olympics: Canning! And yes, I would win the gold. I know it’s cliche, but we’re completely hooked on the Olympic coverage and it’s just so fitting.
Today, was a marathon:Â 24 half pints of Pear Butter Infused w/Vanilla Bean & Rosemary, 9 pints of Whole Pears in Brandy w/Cinnamon, and … Continue reading