winter

Water, water, everywhere, but not a drop to drink!

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The freezing temperatures in Ohio are not letting up. This morning, January 29th, it was -17 when I let the dogs out at 7 a.m. to use the bathroom.  That means, unfortunately, my water hose is still frozen solid. I don't have a water line in my barn or even near my barn so that … Continue reading Water, water, everywhere, but not a drop to drink!

Winter nights in the barn

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I love winter nights in the barn. The smell of the hay takes me straight back to my childhood.  The cow and goats all nestled down for the night, and their warm breath fogs up the barn windows. The chickens gather together in groups of 2 & 3 in the nest boxes, and I love … Continue reading Winter nights in the barn