While getting hay at a nearby farm, this little lady was loose and very interested in what we were doing on HER farm! LOL I called the farmer and asked if I should put her back in the barm, but he said she'd just be right back out when I turned away. LOL
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Need chicks? Consider buying from us!
It's that time of year again: the time when the cute and fuzzy little chicks fill the water troughs at the local feed stores. Around here, those little chicks run about $1.99 - $2.69 each for straight run. Consider buying from Striving Acres this year! We are taking orders for straight run chicks (meaning I … Continue reading Need chicks? Consider buying from us!
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Favorite little moment
Working from home definitely has its advantages. My favorite one has always been getting to have breakfast or lunch out with my kids before they head off for the day. Jake's favorite spot is the local doughnut shop. He loves having breakfast there so we go once a week on the way to school and … Continue reading Favorite little moment
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A matter of weight
Dad found this sturdy little hauling trailer last fall and picked it up for us. We've finally found a good reason to need it (it's a secret - more on that next week!), but first, the trailer needs tags. We also need a pickup to pull it, but I'll figure that out after bit. I've … Continue reading A matter of weight
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Benefits of small town living
I picked up Johnny (my best friend's son) from school Tuesday and then dropped off the puppies for their vet check and rescue. At a red light going through town, he asked, "Is that your VAN???" (referring to smoke around its front). I assured him it was the car exhaust in front of us. It … Continue reading Benefits of small town living
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Estate auction – woohoo!!!
After dropping the puppy off to meet her new owner, we headed to a local auction. This wasn't the auction we normally attend on Saturday nights. This was a real auction with tons of tools and antiques. Unfortunately, there were no farm items there, and the two items that I was interested in went very … Continue reading Estate auction – woohoo!!!
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Farm Queen Visits Rural King
Rural King is my favorite store in the world. I LOVE wandering the aisles there (Tractor Supply Store is a close runner up!). Check out the neat things I found today in their canning and kitchen aisles! Remember, Christmas is exactly five months from today. Plan for a stress free holiday by gathering gift ideas … Continue reading Farm Queen Visits Rural King
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Organic feed at Tractor Supply
We found this for sale at our local Tractor Supply! We've noticed more and more organic and GMO free products getting shelf space at our local stores, and we are thrilled about it!
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Guhl’s – a best kept secret
In southern Ohio, we have what I call a best kept secret among crafters: Guhl's! Just a small amount of the fabric at Guhl's It is row after row of craft supplies, fabric (Oh!!! THE FABRIC!!!), rugs, curtains, placemats, and country decor items. It's located in Jackson County, Ohio, just behind the Pizza Hut. When … Continue reading Guhl’s – a best kept secret
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Replacement canning supplies
If you shop yard sales, you might run across a black granite water bath canner. These are usually just a few dollars. Often, though, they're missing the rack and bottom piece which are essential for canning correctly. I was in a Do It Center (hardware store) and ran across this display of canning items. There … Continue reading Replacement canning supplies
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