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Happiness is a Warm Puppy
Last Friday we became the proud, if slightly stupefied owners of two puppies. We had arranged, we thought, to go with Florian, our hay-provider and wish-deliverer, (Getting Ready for Winter) to his place in a not-too-far-away village, to have a look … Continue reading
Self sufficient eating
It struck me when eating dinner that everything on our plates was home grown (or home made in the case of the bread). Our vegetable patch is small this year, but I have plans for something much more productive next … Continue reading
Humpectomy
When we moved in here, the land was neglected, largely overgrown, and devoid of effective fences. Looking back, it’s quite encouraging that we have achieved so much. Behind the barn, there is neat fencing, trimmed grass, and a catch-pen which … Continue reading
Visitors to the farm
Last week the solitude of the farm was dissipated by the arrival of four people and a huge tent. We had visitors – and not just for an hour or two, as they were to stay for a week! What … Continue reading
Not Alone
Our visitors have gone, and Simon is in England for a few days. As often happens when I am alone, a mood of quiet reflection has descended upon me, like a mist over the calm sea in the cool of … Continue reading
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And Then There Was One
Another death in the animal family has prompted a little more sadness, and a little more thinking about Death. Last week, one of our two remaining kittens died. He became ill on Friday afternoon. He wasn’t moving very much, and … Continue reading
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