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the winter quiet

Winter is settling in. I was bundled up this morning to face the 20 degree frost to feed the animals. Even without livestock to care for, the cats and dogs are still time consuming. Things are relatively slow and quiet now, winters cold does seem to have that affect. With the holidays surrounding us it is a time for family and food, projects set on the back burner. Jonathan and I are both working now, meaning farm projects will be the focus very soon. For now, we just enjoy the cold.

smoke
the barn kitties in training - I'm using a big dog crate for a few hours at a time
compost growing

the trees had their first pruning

the shed (with walls and everything)

my cousin Billy did this beautiful wood burnt sign with a magnifying glass

Zae has been enjoying his trips outside

Roxy is enjoying herself as well, although she is definitely the scaredy one

Trilli is busy, the search for hunting season leftovers in full effect

Live simply,
Angela and Jonathan

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  1. MelissaDecember 8, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    Your animals are all so beautiful.

    <3 Melissa
    wildflwrchild.blogspot.com

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