Saturday was a tire day. We built a tire bike rack and got a good start on Ellie's birthday present. It felt good to get some items off the "to-do" list. We also got a post in the ground for the pig pen. Well, Bryan got the post in the ground. I … [Read more...]
Life Without Power
At 8:53 Wednesday morning, our power went out. That was unexpected for sure! All during our freezing cold weather and bad rain and wind storm, I kept thinking we'd be without electricity. But it stayed on. Until Wednesday morning. A beautiful sunny … [Read more...]
Our First Major Farm Purchase!
Ellie woke up this morning ready to go. She's accompanying Daddy and Grandpa on a trip to Republic in the truck to pick up a beautiful red Dexter bull. It's the first major purchase for the farm that we found and bought, and we're all excited!This is a yearling bull, … [Read more...]
My First Girl Haircut
I've been cutting all of the male hair in this house for what seems like forever. Just using clippers and keeping Bryan, Owen, and Jeffrey all trimmed up. Simon will get his turn someday too. As soon as he gets too much hair.But girl hair. Nope--that … [Read more...]
A 15 Step Farm Workout
I woke up the other morning wondering why in the world my arms were hurting so much. Then I realized that in addition to beginning the Couch 2 5 K program with my sister, I was also completing a 15 step farm workout. Snow and ice has made everything more of a … [Read more...]
The BEST Homemade Pizza Blog Tutorial Ever!
A few years ago, my older sister and her husband gave us an amazing Christmas gift! They created a blog for us about homemade pizza. They created detailed instructions with illustrations the kids love. And as a bonus?It's super good pizza! You should try … [Read more...]
Getting It All Done: Farm Chores–Winter
After taking an extended break from the Getting It All Done series, I thought I'd add a new post. Farm chores are essential here at Grouse Creek. Here is how we get them done...Our Winter Farm Chores:Feed Sheep HayFeed Cows HayFeed Calves HayFeed Chickens ScrapsFeed … [Read more...]
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