We just got a new homestead addition

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A week ago, my darned back went out. I'm not sure why but think it may have happened when I carried a hose and...

I have some sad news

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Our son, Javid, passed away yesterday morning, peacefully, in his sleep. Although it was very hard for me, I know he'd been fighting a...

You’d think things would slow down sooner or later

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At least now I'm starting to can in earnest. Today, I started seeding out some Leelanau Sweetglo watermelons (before they go bad in the...

We’re finally getting some hay in

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After such a rainy end to the drought, Will has finally been able to get hay cut and baled. On Friday, he, David, and...

The sun came out and it was 37 degrees yesterday

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It's amazing how much gets done when the sun is out! I really think the sun increases your energy in the winter. Besides, when...