The Dutchies’ dream has always been to marry in the US, specifically here. So, now’s the time, ready or not. Her love is roses, and thankfully they arrived along with lovely hydrangeas last night. Here is a sampling of some of the “rose themed” flavors (though not all rose flavored) I’ve been working on for … Continue reading
It’s easy for me to start a riot, once I know I’ve got my bases covered. In this case I’m happy to encourage a riot over Beaver Dam Roasting Peppers, because after processing the case of peppers I bought on Saturday, I’ve reserved some more. For some reason, I’ve had a mental block on roasting … Continue reading
Ajax had three of these in his face that I just saw and carefully pulled out. It is painful to remember how many dogs we have had to either anesthetize or take to the vet to pull out mouthfuls of these quills and I’m so happy he backed away from the aggressor before the porcupine … Continue reading
Unfortunately there was a mixup as to when the Dutchies were to arrive in Denver. The man rushed from Dallas yesterday and waited in the airport for about 8 hours for their flight to arrive, so they could then drive the 5 hours back here, to get in after midnight, over the freshly snowy mountain … Continue reading
The temperature has dipped into the low 20’s in the last few nights, and I have been trying to rescue what herbs had remained in the garden. Unfortunately over this glorious summer, rooting porkers, scratching chickens or nibbling bunnies had decimated whatever produce I had, but there were a few survivors which I want to … Continue reading
Since I dumped my Facebook, I have had a few requests from friends for quick daily updates, or maybe a photo of the day, just to show a few happenings around the place without having the time to create a full post. This lovely first day of fall might be a good day to start, … Continue reading
Two beautiful and smooth registered Paso Finos for sale. Buckskin mare is 16 years old and her 7 year old gelding son is a Palomino. Both have had extensive professional Paso Fino gaited training, with the previous owner who raised them. We love them very much, but they are too much horse for our level … Continue reading
My refrigerator is literally a science experiment with all sorts of jars of ingredients that are in varying stages of being used for recipes. Liquid Fire is one of those things which has a myriad of uses, but the hottest peppers are only available to me during a short period during the year. I can … Continue reading
Our heritage breed Dorper Sheep produce the most delicious lamb imaginable, absolutely nothing in comparison to grocery store or restaurant conventionally raised lamb which has a gamey flavor. We have three left of the six that are for processing right now, available for pickup at Kinikin Processing in Montrose next week, or I can deliver … Continue reading
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