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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
Llama double bill
I’ve been impatient to resume regular llama walking. Since we moved in here, I’ve been putting halters and leads on Duc and Valentine most days, and have often walked each around in the willow field. Neither they nor I have … Continue reading
“One cat just leads to another” Ernest Hemingway
It has been estimated that in a 12-year lifespan, without human intervention, a single female cat could be responsible for as many as 3500 descendants. And guess what! That single female cat lives here. Mother Cat has tricked us good … 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
Peaceful coexistence in the farmyard?
Val’s in England for a week, enjoying being a mother/grandmother. And I’m enjoying the farm. The farmyard is a lovely place to spend time. We now allow the chickens to roam freely for most of the day. After a couple … Continue reading