Around the Farm
My suspicion is that the farming lifestyle isn’t for everyone because the unexpected happens more than you can imagine. As … Continue Reading Around the Farm
Farm Aesthetic
Absolutely nothing of great importance to share. I love to take pictures, and so this post is all that I … Continue Reading Farm Aesthetic
Bread & Butter Pickles
Here’s my quick Bread & Butter Pickle Recipe! 3-4 Pickling Cucumbers (about 6 inches long) 1 Cup of White Vinegar 1/2 cup of sugar 1/4 cup of salf 1 Tblsp Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp Tumeric Slice the Cucumbers and place … Continue Reading Bread & Butter Pickles
Keeping it fresh
Every week the local CSA deliveries a box full of delightful farm fresh treats for us to enjoy. I may … Continue Reading Keeping it fresh
Elderberries & Syrup
The last couple of weeks, I’ve been keeping a close eye on all the Elderberry bushes that I’ve located on … Continue Reading Elderberries & Syrup
Mr Rancher & the Goat
My neighbor, I refer to as Mr Rancher, gifted me a goat almost a week ago now. Her former owner … Continue Reading Mr Rancher & the Goat
Always Room for More
For a couple of months I’d been researching sheep breeds with intent to go forward acquiring animals with purpose rather … Continue Reading Always Room for More
Happy Tree (Mimosa)
The Mimosa tree, also known as the Silk tree, has a rich history dating back to ancient times. It is … Continue Reading Happy Tree (Mimosa)
Elderflowers In Spring
Stinging Nettle (Pesto)
Stinging nettle is a plant that is known for its stinging hairs that can cause a painful rash upon contact … Continue Reading Stinging Nettle (Pesto)
June Came Quickly
As I always do, I looked to the calendar to gauge how long it had been since my last post…TOO … Continue Reading June Came Quickly
Hurry Up and Slow Down
Taking the time to slow down and appreciate life is something we all need to do from time to time. … Continue Reading Hurry Up and Slow Down
The Crocus
Can we just talk about this little flower for a minute? It’s so little and fleeting… Last year I planted … Continue Reading The Crocus
On the Side
I’m not very good at keeping resolutions, but I am pretty good at making myself uncomfortable enough to change (if … Continue Reading On the Side
Adding to the Fold
Very excited to have recently welcomed horses to the property. My neighbor and friend, Mr Rancher (not his real name!) … Continue Reading Adding to the Fold
Candied Orange Peel
Around this area where I live, there are a plethora of fruit trees. That’s probably what this area of Northern … Continue Reading Candied Orange Peel