Friday Farm Favorites
What could be more fun than hanging out with cousins…and a cute piglet? Farmgirl (far left) with cousins and baby pig circa 1975
Portrait of a Cat Named Winston
Of course, he wasn’t always called Winston. When this black and white feral kitten first appeared on Green Hill Farm in the early 1990s, he was just another no-name, country kitty looking for food and shelter. You see, in the country, we don’t buy or go get a cat; it just shows up. First, it takes up residence in one […]
Friday Farm Favorites
Clementine and Dash Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
True Grit
This post is inspired by a conversation with a very good friend. *I was given permission to share this post by my friend. A friend of mine received some rather upsetting and stressful news this week regarding something that has a significant impact on him. A decision made by others as well as the ramifications of this decision are the sources of his anger and frustration. This is a person who is intelligent, fair-minded, hard-working, and successful. And, the injustice of this decision process as well as his perceived powerlessness is one of the reasons he is in such a negative state. He shared that he felt as if he’d been “kicked in the gut.” After some discussion, I learned that the initial decision was grounded in an endeavor to do “the right thing.” Although this decision was meant to be a positive change, it was not discussed and taken through proper and standard channels before being decided upon. Nevertheless, the decision was made. The galling part is how this decision is now being handled by others and the unfair impact on my friend and his peers. Understandably, my friend is in a funk and having a rather difficult time accepting this news. I listened and agreed with him regarding the injustice and unfairness of the matter. But then, I said, “You’ve got to accept this and let go of your toxic feelings about it. There’s no use wasting […]
Self-Empowerment
“A line is a dot that went for a walk.” ~Paul Klee Swiss Artist 1879-1940 I first saw this quote on a magnet in the gift shop at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. last October. I really liked the quote–enough to buy a magnet that I knew probably wouldn’t get any use. But, I wanted to […]
Friday Farm Favorites
Sending a little sunshine and cheer your way! I don’t think there is anything more cheerful than a baby animal. While I was visiting a relative and her family this week, I had the treat of meeting these darling ducklings, the newest addition to their menagerie of critters. I would also like to express my heartfelt […]
The Weekly Bleat
Clementine Kitty watching a baby bunny rabbit.
To Every Thing There Is A Season
I hadn’t planned to write a post today as I’m feeling sad and a little mopey about Maud. While I’m happy she’s not suffering anymore, I miss her. I keep thinking I need to take her for a little walk, give her medicine, or look in on her. I miss Maud’s presence. I’ve spent a lot of time with Dash over the course of the day, figuring he may be somewhat confused by Maud’s absence. Plus, I needed to be around him more as well. It’s been a sunny, beautiful day on Green Hill Farm, and Dash and I have taken full advantage of it by going on two, long walks. On our jaunt around the pastures, I noticed both the sheep and chickens basking in the warmth, enjoying the spring weather. A sight that offered solace. This afternoon, I was running a tiny bit late feeding the barn cats and collecting eggs–just feeling a little off, I guess. Anyway, I walked into the barn, and “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season)” by The Byrds was playing on the radio. I don’t know if you’re familiar with the song, but the lyrics, except for the title which is repeated throughout the song, and the final verse of the song, are adapted almost word-for-word from Chapter 3 of the Book of Ecclesiastes, set to music and recorded in 1962. “To everything (turn, turn, turn) There is a […]
Somewhere….Free
Maud Beloved Friend August 2005–April 8, 2016 “Maud” Our howling, rollicking, wide-open girl, your gentle, sweet nature enriched our world. Your hound dog antics and wagging tail created feelings of love and much laughter without fail. Memories of your soulful eyes and slow-lick kiss remind us of what we will surely miss. It’s hard to let go of […]
The Gift of a Good Friend
A little over a year ago, my dear friend and talented artist, Donna Tuten graciously invited me to paint at her art studio at 202 Market Square in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia. She suggested that I bring a photograph of a painting I admired, and she’d give me a mini art lesson. We would also have lunch and visit. It sounded […]
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