I discovered some MIA's last evening as I went up to close the chicken coop up for the night. After putting the biddies to bed in their own safe housing, checking on the 2 determined broodie hens, I realized there was a fewer number on the roost. Counting heads revealed that 6 of our hens were missing. The first of our flock, given as part of my birthday present last year. Two Orphingtons, 2 White Rocks, 1 Rhode Island Red and Martha was not to be found. I hoped that they were holed up somewhere, being caught by the late shower right at dark. I also wondered if someone had taken them, as they are the calmest ones and quite friendly. Walking right up to you for a free treat if you have one. Martha would even ask to be picked up by pulling on your pants leg.
A search of the property next door this morning answered the questions in my heart. I found 1 pile of Orphington feathers and the body of Martha a few yards away. None others to be found and the worst outcome revealed. They were killed by something in broad daylight, either a dog or possibly a hawk. I did not see any signs of the others but at this point it seems futile to look.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Solo
On this Friday in May I made my first trip out to the farm alone. It was a pleasant drive out as there were very few people on the road with me. My plans for the day were to get some additional painting done in hopes of speeding up the process of getting the rooms completed. Opening the door and stepping into an empty house except for remodeling supplies scattered in every room seemed oddly enough normal to me ( the emptiness not the mess). I can see myself coming through the back door with groceries in hand or with a laundry basket propped on my hip with fresh sun-dried laundry piled high. Or coming home from an errand somewhere and upon entering into our new home place, I am stepping into a different way of life. Pleasure and peace flowing in and out of them.
All was quiet as I worked, not a sound to be heard except for the swish of my paint brush, along with the sounds of nature outside the windows. Birds chattering to each other, bees buzzing around the windows and the wind blowing in the trees. All were soothing sounds to my mind and soul. Off at the distance I could hear a horse whiny at a farm down the road. The quiet this morning I imagine will be a good example of the type of days to come once we are living here. Although with Amber's greetings and complaints it could be a little more noisy for awhile till we all get settled in.
I did get the painting done on the pieces above the kitchen cabinets, using the same color from the adjoining dinning room of "Calm Air". A fitting name for this morning's work. I have been unable to find a border that I like. So I have decided to use the space above the cabinet doors for displaying antique items, signs, anything smaller enough to fit the space and be able to be hanged. I will definitely be on the lookout for things that make me smile, that have a kitchen feel and give the area a cheery look.
Our kitchens are to be a place where love is cooked up for our families and we spend time gathered around as we share our day's adventures. It needs to be uplifting, a warm, happy and an inviting place for all to hang out. My decor choice is be a country~farm motif, to reflect the new adventure in our lives.
I was also able to trim out the closets, readying them for a fresh coat of paint. Like everyone else, ours will be filled to capacity and leave very little wall showing. But none the less it is always good to start with a clean space. No one else will probably notice, but it is comforting to me to have them painted.
All day long only 2 trucks rambled down the dirt road and 1 plane heard at a distance to far to see. Something I will enjoy immensely is the absence of planes overhead, we have lived for 20+ years in the flight pattern of the Atlanta airport. Quiet is what I will be looking for, may even have to teach the Goats and Chickens to whisper.
Enjoying the quiet,
Deborah
All was quiet as I worked, not a sound to be heard except for the swish of my paint brush, along with the sounds of nature outside the windows. Birds chattering to each other, bees buzzing around the windows and the wind blowing in the trees. All were soothing sounds to my mind and soul. Off at the distance I could hear a horse whiny at a farm down the road. The quiet this morning I imagine will be a good example of the type of days to come once we are living here. Although with Amber's greetings and complaints it could be a little more noisy for awhile till we all get settled in.
I did get the painting done on the pieces above the kitchen cabinets, using the same color from the adjoining dinning room of "Calm Air". A fitting name for this morning's work. I have been unable to find a border that I like. So I have decided to use the space above the cabinet doors for displaying antique items, signs, anything smaller enough to fit the space and be able to be hanged. I will definitely be on the lookout for things that make me smile, that have a kitchen feel and give the area a cheery look.
Our kitchens are to be a place where love is cooked up for our families and we spend time gathered around as we share our day's adventures. It needs to be uplifting, a warm, happy and an inviting place for all to hang out. My decor choice is be a country~farm motif, to reflect the new adventure in our lives.
I was also able to trim out the closets, readying them for a fresh coat of paint. Like everyone else, ours will be filled to capacity and leave very little wall showing. But none the less it is always good to start with a clean space. No one else will probably notice, but it is comforting to me to have them painted.
All day long only 2 trucks rambled down the dirt road and 1 plane heard at a distance to far to see. Something I will enjoy immensely is the absence of planes overhead, we have lived for 20+ years in the flight pattern of the Atlanta airport. Quiet is what I will be looking for, may even have to teach the Goats and Chickens to whisper.
Enjoying the quiet,
Deborah
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Farm Update
Morning chores are done for now. An activity that comes around like clockwork, day after day. Both morning and evening chores are a steady part of our lives now. The work is not hard and offers a type of routine that brings pleasure most days. Looks like we will be having no more baby chicks for awhile. For our growing brooder boxes has grown to 3 as the biddies continue to gain weight and height. Out growing their space and needing room to move about.
Another quick stop at Home Depot for ceiling paint and we were ready for another day of painting. On the way we stopped off for a box of fried chicken from Publix. An attempt at variety for our lunch, helpful to our usual fare of sandwiches.
For me it has been hard to choose the paint colors for the interior rooms; kitchen, bath, office, etc. It would be helpful if I had a border decided on for the kitchen. Choosing a color from it to accent the walls with. I also need to be deciding on curtains as well for the guest room, bathroom, dinning room and office/activity room. Could start with just blinds on the windows. They would certainly cover the windows and give privacy. Not that I expect anything but a stray bird or two to look in. None the less I don't plan on have blank windows at night, like to close the house up when it is time for bed. Blinds would allow us to move in and give me more time for shopping later on.
So many small details to think about and purchase,
Deborah
Another quick stop at Home Depot for ceiling paint and we were ready for another day of painting. On the way we stopped off for a box of fried chicken from Publix. An attempt at variety for our lunch, helpful to our usual fare of sandwiches.
For me it has been hard to choose the paint colors for the interior rooms; kitchen, bath, office, etc. It would be helpful if I had a border decided on for the kitchen. Choosing a color from it to accent the walls with. I also need to be deciding on curtains as well for the guest room, bathroom, dinning room and office/activity room. Could start with just blinds on the windows. They would certainly cover the windows and give privacy. Not that I expect anything but a stray bird or two to look in. None the less I don't plan on have blank windows at night, like to close the house up when it is time for bed. Blinds would allow us to move in and give me more time for shopping later on.
So many small details to think about and purchase,
Deborah
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