Yesterday, I was blessed to get to experience bees first-hand! No, I didn't get stung... I went to a friends home that had working hives. I will tell you, it is one thing to read about things and quite another to experience it for yourself! To see her smoke the bees, to pry the … [Read more...] about A day with the Bees
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Losing my flock…
During the summer, I added to my chicken flock. We were up to almost 30 hens. I had dreams of dozens of eggs pouring in each day. Plenty for us and our family...Those dreams were not a reality. In truth, through much of the summer, I got maybe 5 eggs a day. Pathetic, huh?I … [Read more...] about Losing my flock…
this moment :: 8.9.13
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment}A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the … [Read more...] about this moment :: 8.9.13
Grape Jelly
It's getting that time of year again. Our grapes are turning that gorgeous shade of purple and are about ready for harvesting. When yours are ready, here's all you need to do to make up a great batch of grape jelly with Pomona Pectin. 4 lbs grapes1/2 cup … [Read more...] about Grape Jelly
Chicken Coop Clean-up
We have been overdue in a big job. Last week, we conquered that job. Shannon brought home a huge truck bed of wood shavings. The kids got a big kick of how it didn't fall out when we lowered the tailgate. We are easily amused. hahaI will spare you the pictures of … [Read more...] about Chicken Coop Clean-up
