Gene and Billie are staring at the flue. This is not normal. I called down from the loft above the living room, “Whatcha doing?” Neither one of them turn toward me. This is also not normal. “There’s a critter in the fireplace. In the chimney.” Gene doesn’t take his eyes off the flue.
Beaver battle 2023
Beavers – adorable, important for the ecosystem, can also be a huge pain in the ass. One morning in early September, no more than three weeks after we moved in, I was strolling lazily by our pond when my foot sank at the heel with a loud squish. I was confused, we hadn’t had rain…
There’s no Easy way to start a blog, Welcome to Finding The Farm
The author reflects on a cloudy spring day at their farm while struggling with invasive Himalayan blackberries. Despite their frustration, they express a desire to start a blog documenting their experiences. Conversations with a friend reveal the challenge of beginning this journey, underlining their commitment to storytelling and self-discovery.