Since the start of advent, I’ve been walking every evening with my neighbor Rita. I usually walked anyways with the dogs, but she started to join me as part of her Lenten promises to get out everyday. It has been a real joy to walk and visit with her and to have that time out … Continue reading Wildflowers
Nature Journaling with Phenology Wheels
Almost a year ago now, I was perusing Instagram when I came upon a photograph of a phenology wheel. It was so beautiful and drew me in instantly. I knew this was something I had to try! So what is a phenology wheel?Here's my first ever wheel, June 2019. The basic idea is that you … Continue reading Nature Journaling with Phenology Wheels
Berry Garden in Late Spring
This spot between our garage and workshop was the original veggie garden when we moved in. Two years ago I switched it over to a perennial garden, with mostly berries and asparagus and a spot for overwintering garlic. It has really greened you in the last few weeks! Let me tell you about what’s growing. … Continue reading Berry Garden in Late Spring
The Herb Garden Comes Back to Life
I always say that the best part of our home is the fact that Frank and Rita live across the street. It has been a blessing in so many ways to move into their old home here on 222. Before they built their new house across the street, they lived and raised a family for … Continue reading The Herb Garden Comes Back to Life
Duckling Adoption
There have been so many stories in the news about how many pets have been adopted now that everyone is at home. The media worry: what will happen to all these dogs once people are back to work? Will the shelters be overwhelmed with people trying to return pets? Well we’ve anticipated the same issue … Continue reading Duckling Adoption
Fermented Sodas Galore plus a Tepache Update
After three days of fermenting, my tepache was very bubbly. It’s amazing that all of that came from naturally occurring yeast! So I decided it was time to strain and bottle it. I set a strainer over a pot and poured the liquid through it. I had to try it, of course. Whew! Was it … Continue reading Fermented Sodas Galore plus a Tepache Update
Looks Like We’re Growing Again
Back in midwinter I did my usual inventory of leftover seeds, garden planning and ordering of new seeds. I had a bunch of seeds that were 3-4 years old so I wanted to check their viability. To do this, I moistened some paper towels and laid out about 5-10 of each pack, folded the towels … Continue reading Looks Like We’re Growing Again
Nesting Duck Mamma Inspires a Walk Down Memory Lane
When I was out looking for duck eggs around the pond a few days ago, I spied this lady tucked under a honeysuckle bush. She’s pulled hay off the nearby compost pile, made a nest there and appears to be sitting on it. How exciting would it be if she hatches some babies??! We’ve only … Continue reading Nesting Duck Mamma Inspires a Walk Down Memory Lane
A New Generation of Chicks Arrive at the Farm
Last summer we parted ways with the majority of our flock, keeping just enough birds for our family and a few occasional customers here at the farm. That has been the perfect decision for our family. We are back to enjoying interacting with our birds as more of a hobby without the stress of washing … Continue reading A New Generation of Chicks Arrive at the Farm
Tepache: a Fermented Pineapple Drink
It’s been a while since I’ve been on here to share with you. Boy hasn’t life gone a little crazy in the last couple months?! My neighbor Lisa sent me a video a couple days ago that got me inspired to try a new fermenting project. I wanted to share it with you because it … Continue reading Tepache: a Fermented Pineapple Drink
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