First Snow! I pour my coffee and turn on the fire. It is then that I notice the quiet hush. The first snow. Flakes fall in slow, purposeful motion: As if they understand the beauty and wonder of the first snow. There isn't a sound. These moments. I hold them close. The wonder. I watch for a while. Snow laden branches. My mom loved the snow. She would call me with excitement in her voice. She loved the unmarked landscape. As kids she wouldn't let us brush the snow off the railings are walk on the lawn. She loved the beauty. I stand for a few more minutes thanking God for ... View Post
They’re Free, 30 Days of Thankfulness, Day #13
They're free! These calves have been indoors since they were born. Tied up. Limited range. Stored feed. So different from our intended practices. With the destruction of both of our barns last fall, the housing for calves and heifers was damaged as well leaving no place for calves to be raised. A fencing project that began 5 years ago when the farm boy still walked this earth was finally completed. The youngest farm girl and my farmer pushed hard this week to accomplish this goal. We watched for awhile as the calves became accustomed to their new digs! Our only wish is that ... View Post