Most dogs have a fear of loud noises, gunfire, fireworks, and thunder. Our Manu is no different. But a couple years ago he started...

The goats chickens and dog had to be patient when Allen and I were dealing with covid. Hard to keep up with the critters when you are...

It has been a while since I posted. That is unfortunately because of Covid. Allen and I have been very ill. I had several trips to the...

I know winter can be beautiful. In my mind nothing is prettier than snow and open water. Though even acknowledging that I am not a fan of...

This summer’s drought brought that statement home in a real way. We keep six different water stations in the yard throughout the summer....

The fall migration was odd this year. Winds from the south kept the birds from coming down till late in the season. They wisely don’t...

Preparing the chickens and goats for winter is a big job. I do what I can to protect them from the cold. Everyone says not to use heat...

The migration is in full swing. Thousands of birds come through the area here. We are lucky enough to be on the migration flyway. The...

I love my wheelbarrow and my post hole digger. They are without a doubt my favorite tools. My trusty wheelbarrow and I have moved yards...

In most places seeing a man walk past your window with a rifle might be a reason to worry. In Wisconsin it just means the fall hunt is...

Goats are incredibly contrary creatures. They seem to intuitively know exactly where you don’t want them to be. I have a huge field for...

When you live in bear country you must take great care in how you handle your trash. There is one fact that you must accept and respect,...

This is what my dog Manu looked like when he came to us. Little or no hair, infections galore, a terrified creature. With a little time,...

Nature is without a doubt amazing. Since moving up here to the north woods we have noticed every year is different. The abundance will...

I don’t know if other people do this, but I tend to talk or sing when I am working with my critters. I don’t think it is intentional...

I’ve kind of always known I was nobody, you know being a girl and growing up when I did. Unfortunately, that belief has been reinforced...

I don’t mean just your neighbors, though my neighbors are the best. They are kind and helpful and don’t laugh too hard when I do foolish...

I call this big girl Bella, I have no idea why, or why I think it’s a girl but I do. If you look at the pole barn you can see a door is...

The chicken tunnels are finally up. These constructs have kept my flock safe for several years. We have many toothy critters that would...

For those of you that have had the privilege of spending time outdoors you know there are miraculous moments happening constantly. The...