She’s Four

She’s Four

We celebrated our youngest grandchild today. Next month, our oldest turns 18. I’m amazed by it all. Be happy, people!

Growing Season 2023 Begins

Growing Season 2023 Begins

Today is President’s Day in the U.S. That is the traditional start of the gardening season here on the Orchard Compound, though with the greenhouse we pretty much grow year round. But today we started broccoli, marigolds, peas, onions, spinach, radishes. Here’s to a healthy season.

Firewood Session

Firewood Session

Our son, grandson and our youngest granddaughter worked on firewood with me today. It was her first session. She’s a natural.

Joyce Carol

Joyce Carol

On this date long ago in the Territory of Alaska, a child was born. On the darkest day of the year she was a light that still shines for our family. Another year. She still amazes me.

Meet Our New Neighbor

Meet Our New Neighbor

Our little corner of the world continues to change. New homes, new families, and new critters. This furry bovine showed up yesterday to join recent arrivals, mainly chickens at two of the fanciest coops ever built. The neighborhood sounds more lively these days.