Chicken News

Since the cold weather was on its way, I decided to let the chickens out for a free range.  These have become few and far between because of the Luna/Pirate situation.  At this point it is far more important for Luna to be able to release excess energy by running around in the backyard than [...]

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Sledding

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Christmas Card Photo

I have to admit I didn’t take this one.  As I’ve mentioned before taking pictures in the barn is tough and to get really good ones I’d have to lug my tripod which is probably not going to happen soon.  This was actually taken by Piper’s riding instructor Cathy’s dad.  There are more over at [...]

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Morgan’s Hat and Scarf

The hat and scarf I made for my new cousin Morgan.  I love making things for babies and the organic cotton was lovely to knit.

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Holiday Highlights

Just a few highlights from the last few days.
The Tree

A goldfinch came to visit on Christmas Eve.

Lady Cardinal

Christmas Eve luminaries

Luna with her new toy.  I think it took about 5 minute for her to chew a hole in it.

Piper inspired by the Lord of the Rings soundtrack she got for Christmas.

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Winter Solstice

Such a fun day yesterday.  It was chilly, but clear for the first time in several years allowing us to actually have a Solstice fire.  Piper made stick sparklers and Luna even got into the action by stealing Tim’s kindling.  Dinner was seitan stew made with root vegetables from our winter share.

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Happy Solstice

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Luna and True

Almost looks like the 2 dogs are having fun there doesn’t it?  If only.  It has gotten a little better, but I don’t think the dogs are ever going to be best buddies.  In an effort to save my sanity, there is now a gate on the stairs.  True stays on the landing and Luna [...]

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Art Class- Horses

Piper

Tim

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Piper’s Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower festively done in green and red holiday lights.

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