Day Begins

"As the leaves blow in the cool fall air, I am reminded that winter will soon be here. The hay is stored in the barn, the firewood in the shed, and meat and produce preserved, I feel secure. My family sleeps as I kindle a fire in the cookstove. The kitchen warms. Fresh eggs and milk, bacon for breakfast. I am a father, husband, farmer, hunter and provider. Another day has begun." RW

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Where has the spring gone?

As spring is racing onward, summer is coming soon. Here are just a few of the things that I've been doing around the farm these last three weeks.

Spread hen manure on hay fields at homestead.

Traded a pony & saddle for $200 and a milk goat.

Cleaned front yard at Oak Hill.

Mowed grass a couple of times.

Rototilled and spread compost on home garden.

Doctoring some lambs and a visit from the vet.

Went fishing a couple of times.

Van and house struck by lightning. The van was 9 years old and has left behind 6 stranded passengers. Funeral services will be announced at a later date.

Around 25 baseball and softball games for the kids.

Entertained visitors from out of town.

Walked in the woods a few times.

Spring cleaning is underway here as well. After 15 years of collecting stuff, the stuff is taking over. Look out, if it's not hooked down it might be tossed or given away. I have considered moving just so we could get rid of some extra possessions. The kids have suggested becoming Amish, would that help?

We have the gardens nearly in, just a few more things to plant.

Next is ther haying, continuing with the firewood and possibly some time swimming. We'll post some pics soon. Thanks for visiting.