Day Break~ Glory When I woke up Thursday morning, I had no idea what lay ahead for me, in one day I would experience the heights and depths of shepherding, as well as the challenge of farming. When I went out to the barn for morning chores, Ina was in labor. She was ready to push and two little hooves … Read More
Frugal-Independent-Thrifty These three words are commonly used when describing Vermonters. Though not a native to Vermont, I have found that over the past 26 years of living here, I too have developed these characteristics. I am not sure why we have become this way. Perhaps it is because we have limited retail stores for buying new or because the distance … Read More
Baa Baa Black Sheep Baa baa black sheep Have you any wool? Yes sir, yes sir Three bags full. One for my master One for my dame, and one for the little boy Who lives down the lane. Baa baa black sheep Have you any wool? Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full. I must have chanted that rhyme a … Read More
Marc, shearing Leisel this summer. Before we shear Some Bunny I constantly look for ways to make my work easier. I often feel that so much of what I do takes longer than it should because of lack of proper equipment. This summer, we had someone come to our open farm day to demonstrate shearing German Angora bunnies. Marc raises … Read More
Here’s to You Emily My oldest daughter, Emily, before going off to college, perfected the art of making pies. Every holiday, we looked forward to her creations. Not only do her pies taste amazing-with a hint of sweetness and a full fruit flavor, but they look like a piece of artwork with lattice work and crimping to perfection. Once she … Read More
