I found the following article on line. It actually will refer you on to other articles, but the compilation is cool, & I thought it had some pretty good ideas. If you ever had a cow kick over a bucket of milk, or need to estimate the weight of a pig or cow, here's some … Continue reading Homestead and Farm Hacks
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Creating a bird habitat for bird watching
I am a bird watcher. Not a true birder, in that I don't often go out with a pair of binoculars trying to check bird species off my life list. But I do watch from the kitchen windows and sit on the deck watching. I can get lost and forget time. Because I have created … Continue reading Creating a bird habitat for bird watching
Should you share your cell number? Probably not.
One of Life's lessons is knowing what to share, and when. And, just as important, when NOT to share. I recently read this article, published on the Good Housekeeping site. And I totally agree, in today's digital world, it is too easy to go find information on almost anyone. Especially if you have access to … Continue reading Should you share your cell number? Probably not.
Making Warm & Wonderful Chicken Noodle Soup
As I write this is a blustery, dreary February day, perfect for chicken soup. The wind is whipping the trees about, wailing loud enough to be heard inside. And when I went out with the dogs for a minute, the cold is making the trees squeak, groan, and complain. It's actually a little scary! My … Continue reading Making Warm & Wonderful Chicken Noodle Soup
For the Love of Leather
I LOVE LEATHER. I mean, a lot. For years I have never bought shoes or a handbag that wasn't leather. Or dog collars and leashes for that matter. I love the smell of leather, and those that go with it - leather conditioner, saddle soap. I like the feel of leather. It can be so … Continue reading For the Love of Leather
Roughage for people and pets
My grandmother would have referred to fiber as "roughage" - that fiber that helps promote good health. Most Americans do not eat nearly enough fiber, and the lack of fiber can contribute to poor health, including diabetes. I recently found this article. It does a great job of explaining exactly what fiber is and how … Continue reading Roughage for people and pets
Hamburger Soup
Soup is one of our favorite foods. It is filling, usually inexpensive to make, and nice and warm on a cold day. It doesn't take any special skills or a lot of time. Hamburger soup started as a recipe I saw years ago someplace, but I have modified and created my own version of course. … Continue reading Hamburger Soup
Winter Magic
A heavy snow in the mountains is magical. There is an almost total silence, broken only by the call of a bird or flutter of wings near the feeder. The heavy snow just deadens all noise. Even the sound of the river is silenced. Falling snow is mesmerizing. It drifts and blows with the … Continue reading Winter Magic
Ice Cream Toppings worth the splurge
I always like an evening snack. I blame my parents. On the farm we had supper at 5 pm sharp, then back to the barn for the evening milking, feeding the calves, and putting everyone to bed. By 8.30-9 pm we were all hungry again. It's a very hard habit to break, even all these … Continue reading Ice Cream Toppings worth the splurge
Four Cheese and Sage Mac n’ Cheese with Crispy Bacon
What's better than lots of cheese and bacon? I have to try this! Thanks to fellow blogger Rosie for posting.