We’re in the icebox now
There's reason homestead-minded folks seldom consider moving to Northern Minnesota. Yep, we've got lots of lakes, rivers, and government land, both State and Federal. Lots of wildlife and woods. But unfortunately, we have a...
Our first calf of the year arrived yesterday
This calf is so cute! He's out of our favorite heifer, Hope, who has always been a huge pet. All of our cattle get scratched, petted, and fed treats. All have names. Such softies...
Holy cow are we rushing around lately!
We saw, on our weather forecast, for Friday night and possibly Saturday night, temperatures in the low 30's F. Of course, we usually have temperatures of 5 degrees lower than they forecast, so we're...
Today dawned rainy and raw
After a pretty fall day, although windy as heck, this morning seemed dismal. But it's a good day to stay inside and can up more tomato sauce and get a start on the crate...
We’re loving the squash/pumpkin crop this year
As it was a warm summer with plenty of rain, our pumpkins and squash did wonderfully well. So did the squash and pumpkins that our friend, Dara, grew. She helps us grow out different...