However, it didn't take long for the weather to change ...
We must hsve had 3 to 4 inches of snow. This afternoon it is melting, and that is very good.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
So Much for Spring Weather
There was some thunder and lightning during the night, and when I walked out of the basement and around the house on my way to do milk chores I saw that it had rained. Good thing, because it's been a very dry winter/spring.
However, it didn't take long for the weather to change ...
We must hsve had 3 to 4 inches of snow. This afternoon it is melting, and that is very good.
However, it didn't take long for the weather to change ...
We must hsve had 3 to 4 inches of snow. This afternoon it is melting, and that is very good.
Friday, March 23, 2012
Hunter's Safety
This week David and Andrew completed 3 days of a hunter's safety course. David is excited because he can't wait to start hunting. Andrew would rather be working on web design or movie making. In order to pass the course they are required to attend a total of 5 classes -- each of which is 3 hours long. The big exam will be next week.
Jonathan decided I needed some hunter's safety as well. I have my own private instructor! Even better, my instructor is a shoot boss for the Appleseed Project . The next shoot is scheduled at the Minot gun club for April 28. For more information, check this link.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Blog Talk Radio
Please tune in tonight on a new Blog Talk Radio program, hosted by fellow blogger Scott Terry . Scott will interview none other than Jim Bartlett of Bartlett Farm ! We are excited for Scott's new program, which will air every Friday night at 9:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. We'll be listening for sure!
Here's the link to Scott's blog and information regarding the broadcast:
http://www.northcountryfarmer.com/?p=306
Feel free to call in and ask Jim some questions!
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
New Use for My Kitchen
Some day my main floor kitchen will be finished, but not for a while yet. In the meantime, we find slightly different uses for the space.
Since the main and second floors are yet to be fully insulated they can substitute for a refrigerator -- or freezer -- depending on the weather.
This winter Jonathan and David took up trapping. Muskrats are plentiful this year, so they trapped quite a few. They also discovered they could potentially receive more money for muskrat hides that had been skinned and stretched, so Jonathan proceeded to do the job and hung them upstairs to dry. I guess there is a reason why there is "musk" in "muskrat", as there was a distinct odor up there after the deed was done.
Since the main and second floors are yet to be fully insulated they can substitute for a refrigerator -- or freezer -- depending on the weather.
This winter Jonathan and David took up trapping. Muskrats are plentiful this year, so they trapped quite a few. They also discovered they could potentially receive more money for muskrat hides that had been skinned and stretched, so Jonathan proceeded to do the job and hung them upstairs to dry. I guess there is a reason why there is "musk" in "muskrat", as there was a distinct odor up there after the deed was done.
Well, before the muskrats came beef. This is the first year we raised a steer for our family, and Jed was very, very good. I am sold on grassfed beef. I've found that grassfed beef cooks faster and is so very tender. Our family loves it! We'll raise more beef again this year.
And then came pork.
Good thing our "refrigerated kitchen" stayed long enough for us to process all of our meat.
Since these photos were taken, the guys have installed some of the upper cabinets in the kitchen area. Little by little, interior work is starting up again. We'll see what can be accomplished before spring planting begins.
Monday, February 20, 2012
Coyote (and a Whole Lot More) Country
This winter we've seen a lot more coyote activity than in previous years. It seems they are becoming a lot more bold.
Late last week, Jonathan spotted a lone coyote halfway up the hill to what we call our big field. He grabbed his gun, positioned himself and waited until he could get off a good shot. I was curious myself, so I stood almost next to him and watched the drama unfold. That was a dumb thing to do, as the shot was hard on the ears.
I thought Jonathan had hit the coyote, as it jumped just about straight up, jerked around and ran into the woods. David ran up to where it had stood to check for blood -- and sure enough, there was something there.
Now this morning we spotted another coyote. The interesting thing to me is that sunrise is coming sooner each day, and these coyotes are out near the farm in the daylight. Today Andrew spotted the coyote because he was jumping up and down as they do when trying to catch mice. We also have some very good sentries down in the barnyard. David's Morgan horse, Darla, stands very erect, with her head pointing in the direction of the intruder. The cows had also stopped eating and were looking intently in the same direction, so we couldn't miss the telltake signs of something amiss.
Jonathan, David and Andrew just outside the basement door. The photos were taken through the window, since Jim was on the phone and I now know better than to stand close to where a gun is about to be fired!.
There are other things happening in the area, too.
Below is an excerpt from a news story found in last week's Courant, which is Bottineau's weekly newspaper. The account is believeable, as we know the couple involved.
WOLF SIGHTED UP IN THE TURTLE MOUNTAINS, by Scott Wagar, Bottineau Courant
When Reno and Marilynn Strand awoke on Sunday morning, January 22 and looked out their front windows they probably thought they were looking at the PBS show "Nature" up close and personal, because what they saw out their window left them in amazement and with great concern
"At 7:15 that morning, Reno got up and let the dogs out," Marilynn said. "I came into the kitchen about 7:30 and began making coffee when I noticed our Border Collie standing in his pointing position. I thought that was odd that our dog was in that position. So, I looked out the window to see what he was pointing at and there was a big animal 30 feet from our house going back and forth and back and forth. As the animal was pacing I realized it was a wolf. So, I called out for Reno and told him what I was looking at and he came running wtih his field glasses and confirmed it was a wolf. From there, I ran to the door and opened it, and our dogs were very happy to come inside."
Once the Strands' dogs were in the house, Reno and Marilynn kept a close eye on the wolf, which eventually left their property and went toward their neighbor's house. "We called over to our neighbor, Wayne Olson, who also has a dog and warned him about what we saw," Marilynn said.
With the wolf gone, the Strands went back to their Sunday morning routine, but seeing such an animal, with such a vicious reputation, they continued to look out into their yard.
"We watched imtermittently for some time and about a half an hour later a deer ran into our yard and stopped about 20 feet from our house. What we saw was terrible because the deer's neck had been slashed open and the whole back end had been eaten off," Marilynn said. "Then, out of nowhere, we saw a coyote come into the yard from the north, then another coyote came in from the south and one more from another direction."
As the three coyotes began circling the deer, the Strands called the local sheriff department to see if they could shoot the deer and take it out of its misery, which local law enforcement agreed they could do. They also asked if they could shoot the wolf if it came back, which the sheriff's department told them they could, but only if it threatened their livestock.
With the phone call complete, Reno brought out his rifle and made an attempt to shoot the deer. However, the animal was positioned in such a way that Reno couldn't fire off a shot because he would be shooting toward his neighbor's home.
As Reno stood there considering what he could do next, a police vehicle drove into the yard, chasing the deer and coyotes off the Strands' property.
"After that we never did see the animals again, but we did hear them for a couple nights after that, but we haven't heard them since," Marilynn said.
The Strands feel the wolf was in their yard because it was attempting to get their dogs. Since that time, they have been careful when letting their two dogs and cat out of the house, because they fear losing them..
"I now go out with our animals and keep a close eye on them," Marilynn said.
Late last week, Jonathan spotted a lone coyote halfway up the hill to what we call our big field. He grabbed his gun, positioned himself and waited until he could get off a good shot. I was curious myself, so I stood almost next to him and watched the drama unfold. That was a dumb thing to do, as the shot was hard on the ears.
I thought Jonathan had hit the coyote, as it jumped just about straight up, jerked around and ran into the woods. David ran up to where it had stood to check for blood -- and sure enough, there was something there.
Now this morning we spotted another coyote. The interesting thing to me is that sunrise is coming sooner each day, and these coyotes are out near the farm in the daylight. Today Andrew spotted the coyote because he was jumping up and down as they do when trying to catch mice. We also have some very good sentries down in the barnyard. David's Morgan horse, Darla, stands very erect, with her head pointing in the direction of the intruder. The cows had also stopped eating and were looking intently in the same direction, so we couldn't miss the telltake signs of something amiss.
Jonathan, hoping for a clear view of the varmint
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Here are our sentries: Sandy the cow, and Darla the horse
Jonathan, David and Andrew just outside the basement door. The photos were taken through the window, since Jim was on the phone and I now know better than to stand close to where a gun is about to be fired!.
There are other things happening in the area, too.
Below is an excerpt from a news story found in last week's Courant, which is Bottineau's weekly newspaper. The account is believeable, as we know the couple involved.
WOLF SIGHTED UP IN THE TURTLE MOUNTAINS, by Scott Wagar, Bottineau Courant
When Reno and Marilynn Strand awoke on Sunday morning, January 22 and looked out their front windows they probably thought they were looking at the PBS show "Nature" up close and personal, because what they saw out their window left them in amazement and with great concern
"At 7:15 that morning, Reno got up and let the dogs out," Marilynn said. "I came into the kitchen about 7:30 and began making coffee when I noticed our Border Collie standing in his pointing position. I thought that was odd that our dog was in that position. So, I looked out the window to see what he was pointing at and there was a big animal 30 feet from our house going back and forth and back and forth. As the animal was pacing I realized it was a wolf. So, I called out for Reno and told him what I was looking at and he came running wtih his field glasses and confirmed it was a wolf. From there, I ran to the door and opened it, and our dogs were very happy to come inside."
Once the Strands' dogs were in the house, Reno and Marilynn kept a close eye on the wolf, which eventually left their property and went toward their neighbor's house. "We called over to our neighbor, Wayne Olson, who also has a dog and warned him about what we saw," Marilynn said.
With the wolf gone, the Strands went back to their Sunday morning routine, but seeing such an animal, with such a vicious reputation, they continued to look out into their yard.
"We watched imtermittently for some time and about a half an hour later a deer ran into our yard and stopped about 20 feet from our house. What we saw was terrible because the deer's neck had been slashed open and the whole back end had been eaten off," Marilynn said. "Then, out of nowhere, we saw a coyote come into the yard from the north, then another coyote came in from the south and one more from another direction."
As the three coyotes began circling the deer, the Strands called the local sheriff department to see if they could shoot the deer and take it out of its misery, which local law enforcement agreed they could do. They also asked if they could shoot the wolf if it came back, which the sheriff's department told them they could, but only if it threatened their livestock.
With the phone call complete, Reno brought out his rifle and made an attempt to shoot the deer. However, the animal was positioned in such a way that Reno couldn't fire off a shot because he would be shooting toward his neighbor's home.
As Reno stood there considering what he could do next, a police vehicle drove into the yard, chasing the deer and coyotes off the Strands' property.
"After that we never did see the animals again, but we did hear them for a couple nights after that, but we haven't heard them since," Marilynn said.
The Strands feel the wolf was in their yard because it was attempting to get their dogs. Since that time, they have been careful when letting their two dogs and cat out of the house, because they fear losing them..
"I now go out with our animals and keep a close eye on them," Marilynn said.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
It's Warming Up!
This is our balmy forecast for today:
Rest Of Today ...Mostly sunny. Highs around 10 below. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Wind chills around 40 below.
Tonight...Increasing clouds. Lows around 20 below. West winds around 10 mph. Wind chills around 35 below.
Friday...Mostly sunny. Highs around 5 below. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Lowest wind chills around 40 below in the morning.
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Well, I could give you some jokes that start with, "It was so cold that ... " but it's no joke. I rushed out of bed this morning because I overslept, a result of wearing a hat to bed and didn't hear my alarm through the knit material. I now understand why in former days people would wear nightcaps. They sure would come in handy! I help Peter every morning and evening with milk chores, and was a half hour late getting into the milk room.
I'll have to post a photo of what we've been using my future main floor kitchen for, and it hasn't been to wash dishes. Today it was 21 degrees up there.
And then I discovered there was standing water in the laundry tub -- when there was no plug in the drain. FROZEN PIPES!! Hopefully it will warm up enough today and the guys can figure out how to thaw the pipe. In the meantime, I'm learning one more lesson in how to be flexible and figure out alternate ways to dispose of water. Thankfully the septic drain field is still operational. I have worried about that, because there's no real snow cover for insulation and we didn't have enough straw scrounged from area farmers to insulate the ground above the drain field. Last spring was so wet that crops weren't planted, so not much straw was harvested.
I'm also in the market for a pattern to create udder covers for our 3 dairy cows. So far so good, but we don't want to take any chances.
The weather should moderate soon, and hopefully we'll adjust to a real winter instead of the mild temperatures we've had up until this week.
Tomorrow we'll start butchering pigs! Hopefully I can take some photos to share in another post.
Rest Of Today ...Mostly sunny. Highs around 10 below. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Wind chills around 40 below.
Tonight...Increasing clouds. Lows around 20 below. West winds around 10 mph. Wind chills around 35 below.
Friday...Mostly sunny. Highs around 5 below. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Lowest wind chills around 40 below in the morning.
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Well, I could give you some jokes that start with, "It was so cold that ... " but it's no joke. I rushed out of bed this morning because I overslept, a result of wearing a hat to bed and didn't hear my alarm through the knit material. I now understand why in former days people would wear nightcaps. They sure would come in handy! I help Peter every morning and evening with milk chores, and was a half hour late getting into the milk room.
I'll have to post a photo of what we've been using my future main floor kitchen for, and it hasn't been to wash dishes. Today it was 21 degrees up there.
And then I discovered there was standing water in the laundry tub -- when there was no plug in the drain. FROZEN PIPES!! Hopefully it will warm up enough today and the guys can figure out how to thaw the pipe. In the meantime, I'm learning one more lesson in how to be flexible and figure out alternate ways to dispose of water. Thankfully the septic drain field is still operational. I have worried about that, because there's no real snow cover for insulation and we didn't have enough straw scrounged from area farmers to insulate the ground above the drain field. Last spring was so wet that crops weren't planted, so not much straw was harvested.
I'm also in the market for a pattern to create udder covers for our 3 dairy cows. So far so good, but we don't want to take any chances.
The weather should moderate soon, and hopefully we'll adjust to a real winter instead of the mild temperatures we've had up until this week.
Tomorrow we'll start butchering pigs! Hopefully I can take some photos to share in another post.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Brrrr!
Looks like winter finally caught up with us. After mild temperatures in the 30's and even 40's, we are now in for some bitterly cold days.
EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
THURSDAY MORNING.
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BISMARCK HAS ISSUED AN EXTREME
COLD WATCH, WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT [TUESDAY] THROUGH
THURSDAY MORNING.
* TEMPS ARE FORECAST TO FALL TO SUB ZERO READINGS LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING. BRISK NORTHWEST WINDS
POSSIBLY TO 25 MPH MAY CREATE WIND CHILL TEMPS BETWEEN 30
BELOW & 45 BELOW ZERO.
Time to spend the day making animals comfortable and as warm as possible. Time for us to increase our wood pile, too.
EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
THURSDAY MORNING.
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BISMARCK HAS ISSUED AN EXTREME
COLD WATCH, WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT [TUESDAY] THROUGH
THURSDAY MORNING.
* TEMPS ARE FORECAST TO FALL TO SUB ZERO READINGS LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING. BRISK NORTHWEST WINDS
POSSIBLY TO 25 MPH MAY CREATE WIND CHILL TEMPS BETWEEN 30
BELOW & 45 BELOW ZERO.
Time to spend the day making animals comfortable and as warm as possible. Time for us to increase our wood pile, too.
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Simply Amazing Weather
I guess you could call this our "January Thaw," although we haven't had enough cold weather yet to give it that title:
Today ...Mostly sunny. Windy. Highs in the lower 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph with gusts to around 60 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. West winds 20 to 25 mph.
Friday...Partly sunny. Colder. Highs in the lower 30s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
Friday Night...Mostly cloudy. Lows 15 to 20. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
Saturday...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 20s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night And Sunday...Partly cloudy. Lows around 15. Highs in the lower 30s.
Sunday Night...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s.
This balmy weather is not the best for the animals. They are shedding some of the thicker hair they grew for winter. I hope we have a gradual cool down instead of a shockingly cold Alberta Clipper or something else.
Today ...Mostly sunny. Windy. Highs in the lower 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph with gusts to around 60 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. West winds 20 to 25 mph.
Friday...Partly sunny. Colder. Highs in the lower 30s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
Friday Night...Mostly cloudy. Lows 15 to 20. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
Saturday...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 20s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night And Sunday...Partly cloudy. Lows around 15. Highs in the lower 30s.
Sunday Night...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s.
This balmy weather is not the best for the animals. They are shedding some of the thicker hair they grew for winter. I hope we have a gradual cool down instead of a shockingly cold Alberta Clipper or something else.
We've taken advantage of the warm temps to do a lot of butchering ... Not only chickens, but also our steer. More about that next time.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Start of Winter?
According to the newspaper:
Astronomical start of winter to arrive with no snow in forecast
FARGO – You wouldn’t know if by looking at the brown ground outside, but the astronomical start of winter arrives tonight.
By: Forum staff reports, INFORUM
You wouldn’t know if by looking at the brown ground outside, but the astronomical start of winter arrives tonight.
The winter solstice will occur at 11:30 p.m., marking the shortest daylight period of the year for locations in the northern hemisphere, the National Weather Service says.
After today, the daylight period will increase each day until reaching its maximum again at the summer solstice in June.
Usually this time of year we are moaning about all the snow and cold, but so far it's been very pleasant and we've accomplished a lot that we couldn't have done during a normal winter.
We'll see what happens in January.
Astronomical start of winter to arrive with no snow in forecast
FARGO – You wouldn’t know if by looking at the brown ground outside, but the astronomical start of winter arrives tonight.
By: Forum staff reports, INFORUM
You wouldn’t know if by looking at the brown ground outside, but the astronomical start of winter arrives tonight.
The winter solstice will occur at 11:30 p.m., marking the shortest daylight period of the year for locations in the northern hemisphere, the National Weather Service says.
After today, the daylight period will increase each day until reaching its maximum again at the summer solstice in June.
We'll see what happens in January.
Monday, December 19, 2011
A Tour of the Big Lake
Someone in the area uses an Ultralight to take photos and videos of the Lake Metigoshe area. It's so enjoyable to see what he sees from the sky.
Makes me look forward to summer!
Makes me look forward to summer!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Humiliation
Samson is a very good dog, but even a good dog can only take so much! He doesn't bother the cats. However, if they bother him he will put their head into his mouth and get them slobbery wet.
There are occasional times when Samson decides to stalk a cat and try his best to scare it. Makes for a great opportunity to give a yell and spoil his plans.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Sunset
Sunset comes quickly these days ... And yes, we have snow -- and cold. The low tonight is supposed to be zero degrees. I guess it's time to bring out the long underwear.
Sunday, November 13, 2011
What's Ahead for the Week
From what I hear, we'll be butchering turkeys this week. A few weeks ago we butchered a bunch -- someone will be baking a 27.6 pound tom for Thanksgiving! It was quite a challenge to fit that turkey into a bag that was intended to hold up to a 25 pound turkey.
More to follow soon (hopefully!).
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Big Blessing
Yesterday the boys helped a family clean out the husband's mother's basement. They ended up bringing home a truckload of treasures that otherwise would have been destined for the landfill.
Look at all those jars! The man explained that his mom was a hoarder, and we should dump all the contents because the canned goods dated back to the 1980's. I am thrilled to have more canning jars.
Not only did they bring home the canning jars but we were also given a combination electric/wood cook stove. The electric side no longer works, but with a little elbow grease we could make the wood side usable. The stove would be a welcome addition to the main floor of the house. It's a bit cool up there since we have yet to finish insulating some of the walls.
I've intended on posting some of our recent activities, but canning has gotten in the way. More to come later.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Too Early
Today the temperature was in the low 80's, and here's what's next:
Monday, 12th: 58 high/43 low; 10% chance of precipitation.
Tuesday, 13th: 54 high/29 low; 20% chance of precipitation.
Wednesday, 14th: 49 high/29 low; 10% chance of precipitation
Thursday, 15th: 58 high/45 low; 0% chance of precipitation.
This means on Monday and Tuesday we'll have to harvest eveything that can be harvested. It means we have to pick green tomatoes from 250 tomato plants!
Monday, 12th: 58 high/43 low; 10% chance of precipitation.
Tuesday, 13th: 54 high/29 low; 20% chance of precipitation.
Wednesday, 14th: 49 high/29 low; 10% chance of precipitation
Thursday, 15th: 58 high/45 low; 0% chance of precipitation.
This means on Monday and Tuesday we'll have to harvest eveything that can be harvested. It means we have to pick green tomatoes from 250 tomato plants!
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Calliope
It's been slightly crazy around here with fall activities. On top of everything, David went down to the barn and discovered that his pony, Calliope was down. She was laying in the field on her side, too weak to get up.
Calliope has been a worry for me all summer. Ever since her winter coat came out she has been very thin. David purchased some horse feed for older horses, the type that is mixed with water to make it easy to eat. She seemed to like it a lot, and started gaining weight.
And then 2 days ago she no longer wanted to eat.
I should mention Calliope is 30 years old.
She has been a wonderful starter horse for David, just the right size and good disposition. Calliope was a bit difficult to catch, but once she was caught she submitted to bridle and saddle and seemed to enjoy getting out of the pasture and off for a ride. Sometimes David rode her bareback before getting a saddle, and when he'd fall off she would stop and patiently wait for him to get back on.
Peter and David checked on her frequently during the day and helped her to drink water from a bucket. I was very surprised when they came in later morning to report she was once again on her feet. She hasn't done much all day, but I consider it progress to see that she is getting around and working on eating grass in the pasture.
I know there will come a day when we will find her gone, and I'll be very sad. We are just thankful for the days we've had her, and for the wonderful memories she has given us.
Calliope has been a worry for me all summer. Ever since her winter coat came out she has been very thin. David purchased some horse feed for older horses, the type that is mixed with water to make it easy to eat. She seemed to like it a lot, and started gaining weight.
And then 2 days ago she no longer wanted to eat.
I should mention Calliope is 30 years old.
She has been a wonderful starter horse for David, just the right size and good disposition. Calliope was a bit difficult to catch, but once she was caught she submitted to bridle and saddle and seemed to enjoy getting out of the pasture and off for a ride. Sometimes David rode her bareback before getting a saddle, and when he'd fall off she would stop and patiently wait for him to get back on.
Peter and David checked on her frequently during the day and helped her to drink water from a bucket. I was very surprised when they came in later morning to report she was once again on her feet. She hasn't done much all day, but I consider it progress to see that she is getting around and working on eating grass in the pasture.
I know there will come a day when we will find her gone, and I'll be very sad. We are just thankful for the days we've had her, and for the wonderful memories she has given us.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
I Need Help!
Last spring a friend brought over some plants she was given and offered them to me for our garden. Sure!
Well, some of the plants grew jalapenos, and now I don't know what to do with them! I have a big steel bowl brimming full of jalapenos.
Please let me know if you have any good ideas on how to use them up. My family is not big on spicey food, so I need to be careful on how I serve them.
Thanks!
Well, some of the plants grew jalapenos, and now I don't know what to do with them! I have a big steel bowl brimming full of jalapenos.
Please let me know if you have any good ideas on how to use them up. My family is not big on spicey food, so I need to be careful on how I serve them.
Thanks!
Monday, August 15, 2011
EXCELSIOR: Ever Higher - Official Trailer
Friends of ours spent 5 days with us over Memorial Day weekend. We had wonderful food and fellowship, but the main reason they came was for their children to work with ours in producing a movie that will be submitted to the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival.
What a huge task -- and it's only a 15 minute movie! I can't imagine what it takes to produce a full length movie. We'll know in 6 months or so if the movie makes it into the festival's competition.
And now for your viewing pleasure:
If you want to check out Excelsior's website, please go to http://www.excelsiorthemovie.com/.
What a huge task -- and it's only a 15 minute movie! I can't imagine what it takes to produce a full length movie. We'll know in 6 months or so if the movie makes it into the festival's competition.
And now for your viewing pleasure:
If you want to check out Excelsior's website, please go to http://www.excelsiorthemovie.com/.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
And the Winner Is ...
No one!
Thanks for all the guesses as to how many beans were sitting on my kitchen table.
The guys helped wash, snap and place the beans into jars -- and I did the actual pressure canning.
The beans gave us 86 quarts to process.
I am very thankful for each and every bean. We all enjoy them, and many times it takes 2 quarts at a meal to fill everyone up. Besides, it's prudent to can as much as possible during good years, since every year isn't always great for a particular garden vegetable. Last year wasn't good for beans.
We'll see what happens if the bushes produce another bunch to pick!
Thanks for all the guesses as to how many beans were sitting on my kitchen table.
The guys helped wash, snap and place the beans into jars -- and I did the actual pressure canning.
The beans gave us 86 quarts to process.
I am very thankful for each and every bean. We all enjoy them, and many times it takes 2 quarts at a meal to fill everyone up. Besides, it's prudent to can as much as possible during good years, since every year isn't always great for a particular garden vegetable. Last year wasn't good for beans.
We'll see what happens if the bushes produce another bunch to pick!
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