It feels so good to finally be back out walking on our woods trails consistently! Luke has exchanged his winter coat for getting sprayed with insect repellent. The ticks are out there, though we've only seen one so far. I'm sure there will be more, though things are dry so that could reduce their populations. That would be the only good part of heading into another … [Read more...]
Environmentally Friendly Candles
The importance of which waxes and wicks to use. I used to love making candles when I was a child! Therefore, when coming up with new ideas for products to make for the farm, candles came to mind. I try to keep all the products I make either dog or farm related, and made using natural ingredients, so the best way to tie in candles seemed to be to use beeswax for making … [Read more...]
Waiting for Spring on the Farm
The clocks have sprung forward, and the lengthening evenings tell us that spring is close. Melting snow and warmer days say the same, that is until temperatures plunge down again and we wonder – “is it really so?”! All of us here on the farm are ready - Mom, Dad, Luke, and the flock alike. The humans dream of gardening, green grass, and performing farm chores without having … [Read more...]
So You Want to Raise Chickens?
Since the pandemic started, more and more people are interested in raising their own flock of chickens at home. If you’re an animal lover, you are likely going to get attached to your birds! You think you want them just for eggs? Even my hubby admits that he’s gotten way more attached to ours than he thought he would. Many people think of their birds as pets, I imagine … [Read more...]
A Peaceful Winter on the Farm
In a world that’s been anything but peaceful for the last year, it’s nice to sit back and simply enjoy the peace and quiet of winter here in New England. Even if it is starting to make us a bit stir crazy. February seems to be starting out to be more cold and snowier than December and January were! I closed the shop due to large snowstorms once in December, opened late one … [Read more...]
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