The January Doldrums~

A tapping at the window piques my interest, tiny pebbles of sleet are falling from the sky.  I didn’t even know there was a chance of moisture, I’ll take it.  I am not sure what it is about falling moisture, of any kind, that is so calming and reassuring.  Maybe it’s telling us we aren’t …

“A Horse Matters” by Baxter Black

I haven't posted in a while because we have been down in the trenches with sickness. I hope it will be concluded with this morning's doctor's appointment. Paige just hasn't felt well all week, she only made it to school once. After the doctor gave her some Dexamethasone, I told her when we give that …

An Enjoyable Day~

What a whirlwind of temperature swings we are having!  Two days ago, we were covered in snow, wool sweaters and electric blankets.  Yesterday, everything was freezing up, the tractor wouldn’t start, the chains on the caker were froze stuck and the water tanks were iced over.  Today, we were riding horses in long sleeve shirts!  …

A New Year~

Photo courtesy of Evan Messersmith At times, I have trepidation for 2022.  I kind of want to shy away from it, expecting it to be some sort of sick repeat.  What is it going to bring?  What else can go wrong?  The last three years have been hard. I have struggled more than ever before …