A short, fictional story inspired by a Flash Fiction for the Aspiring Writer challenge with a photo prompt of sunflowers. Unfortunately, my story went a bit over the 175 word limit. So, not so much flash, but just fiction. 🙂 As she sat looking out of the window, her gaze settled on the sunflowers blooming in the garden below her […]
Farmgirl Circa 1974 “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” ~Albert Camus “Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.” ~Corrie Ten Boom
No wonder it feels so cold in here. Somebody is blocking the heat. Good company on a snowy day!
As a speech and language pathologist, I had a little fun with this acrostic poem. “Communication” Connecting with Others, using various Methods to Maximize Understanding and expression of language: Nonverbal language– Including, eye Contact, facial expression, body language, And Tone of voice. Of course, verbal language Is the alternative; One that requires lots of Nifty words….spoken and signed. […]
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When I think of old houses or antiques, I’m reminded of the Japanese philosophy called wabi-sabi. Loosely translated, it’s the art of finding beauty in imperfection, revering authenticity above all. It celebrates cracks and scratches and all other marks that time, weather, and loving use leave behind. Some of the things that I love…
Well, it is snowing here on Green Hill Farm, and the weather forecast for Central Virginia is calling for up to 2 feet of snow by the end of the weekend. So, I thought I would share some favorite photos of our snow-covered farm as well as the perfect hot toddy recipe for this kind of weather. Fittingly, this […]
I am honored to have been nominated for this Champions Award by the lovely Judy. Judy is the author of the blog, Edwina’s Episodes. This is an eclectic blog with something for everyone: creative writing and poetry as well as lots of warmth and humor. Judy is such an authentic and caring person, always supporting others by showing an interest in their writing as well as their lives. I’ve known Judy for about a year and a half now, and I’m so happy to call her a friend. These awards are the original brainchild of Seumus Gallacher, a successful author and blogger, and are given out to those that “go the extra mile for others.” With that in mind, I am nominating seven bloggers who are always supporting others. There are so many of you that deserve this award, many of whom have been nominated already. These seven bloggers, as far as I know, have not yet been nominated: Melody from Meals With Mel Rob from The V-Pub Joey from Joeyfully Stated George from The Off Key of Life J R from Chronicles of a Blogaholic Jim from Random Writings on the Bathroom Wall Cheryl from Cheryl “Cheffie Cooks” Wiser Recipients, if you choose to accept and wish to share the CHAMPIONS AWARDS, please do the following: 1.Post the Award Sticker on your blog, with the hashtag #CHAMPIONSAWARDS 2.Acknowledge the sponsor of your Awards. 3.Choose at least five […]
“Your heart understood mine. In the depth of the fragrant night, I listened with ravished soul to your beloved voice. Your heart understood mine.” ~Georges Bizet “Les pêcheurs de perles” (The Pearl Fishers)
Farmgirl circa 1974 Farmgirl Frills
Farmguy and I have a running joke that we should install a disco ball and strobe lights in our barn. This is due to my disappearance for long periods, during which time, I’m supposed to be taking care of farm chores. You see, we have a radio in the barn to keep the barn cats company. And, sometimes while […]
My name is Tonya, and I grew up on a 300-acre farm in rural Virginia that has been in my family for over 100 years. After graduating from college, receiving my master’s degree in speech and language pathology, and living and working in a small city for six years, I decided to return to the place of my childhood. Here, in this rural area, on this patch of green, where for four generations my family has farmed, gardened, and lived, I, too wanted to be a part of this continuity. As a fourth generation farmgirl, I have many interests that not only include, but also go beyond the basics of farming, gardening, sheep and chicken-keeping. It is all of this and more that I plan on sharing in this blog.
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