Peek of the day (with 5 photos)

Fernie is still recovering as you can see in this picture and Chia has lost some of her excess weight. Both of which need their Fall season bath. The baby 'scovies are just as big as their mommy (Bonnie). She would be the white 'scovy with the red "mask" mid center of the bunch. The date has been set for November 4 (a monday) for freezer camp. Have not decided which female to keep of the babies since I may keep a khaki and a white. The khaki's...

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I do believe I have become "obsessed"

I have driven by this house twice today. After dropping lil' Man off at preschool and after picking Panda up from school. Not going out of the way- well maybe the second trip- but I just cant stop thinking about it. Hope the neighbors have not noticed- or worse- think I'm some weird day stalker...So in the spirit of my crazy ways of late, here are a few more pictures..... from today....Here is the only visible house front shot. Not very good but...

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(Revised)~My arm and the update on that homestead

I had a few tests for my arm problem today. Turns out I have sever carpal tunnel in my right arm with muscle damage and a case of carpal tunnel in my left. Test will take 3 days to get to my doctor and it seems the right arm will need surgery and the left will just get therapy/night brace.Who knew. I just thought it was something minor. No biggee. But since i do have a high tolerance to pain, I have done further damage by ignoring the problem, thinking...

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middle name game

Here are the rules: You have to post these rules on your blog. Players, you must list one fact that is somehow relevant to your life for each letter of your middle name. If you do not have a middle name, choose one you would like to have. When tagged, write your own blog post containing your middle name facts. At the end, choose one person to tag for each letter of your middle name. Then leave them a comment telling them they have been tagged.Of course today catches me in a rather sad mood and it comes through with my writings. It's not like you...

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Pimped out wagon ~Unusual Farmchick style!

While I let the wagon dry from its final rinse from paint remover, I painted one of my garden/market baskets in the same color. First using a wire bristled brush, I scrubbed the surface down to rid any rust spots and debris.I taped off the wooden handles which later on were sprayed with a clear finish coating when I sprayed the basket too. I love the way it looks! Not to mention this prevents any more rust from forming and last for many more years...

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another wagon,tractor boy,and moon flowers success!

This wagon was given to the kids from our neighbor who lives behind us. Tractor Boy's dad. (I really love that neighbor. Gonna miss them when were gone.)I have begun scrubbing rust off with a wire bristle brush and stripping paint with a citrus stripper. It is really looking good now. We are going to spray it all black then put strips of tape in lines to make a pattern and the word "BYE" in cursive on the back tail end with cut out tape. Next, spray...

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Sneak peek at Panda's scarecrow...

Ummm. Yeah. About the white couch in a home with small kids... They ruined our expensive set so I bought this nice yet old one from the 50's or 60's era for $30 at the thrift store. Cheaper then couch covers and nicer too. Our little Panda has been embroidering( top stitching) her Owl's face all afternoon. She is not real quick at sewing yet. Kinda fun helping her while she sits on my lap using my machine. She has a hard time with the pedal speed...

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Where do I begin and how do I end it?

The day started out very peaceful. Fall crisp air set the mood for apple season. Lil man was off with his Grandpa for the day so we took the girls for an afternoon of apple picking. We picked just 1 bunch which consisted of Gala and Empire varieties.Frog was bit by the eye which has caused the swelling you see on her face..Panda loving on "Courtney LOve" formerly known as "Mrs. Frizzle"After coming home to check on animals and pick the remaining...

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Panda & I roadtrip plans and a realtor who showed

Panda and I have been discussing a road trip. Just her and I. What better way to do it this year, then to attend the Country living Fair in Morrow Ohio. It's not a short drive, but too long either. We have our room booked and bags already half packed. Jeans are the big wardrobe must, but depending on weather, we are waiting to see if it is long sleeve or short sleeves to pack. Of course, panda is bringing along her apron I made. You may recognize...

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Another "man in tree"

We spotted a new one. Who is this carver of trees? What inspires their art? This one is different in the use of a green stain/paint on leaves above his head. I wonder if it is the same person who has carved all the ones we have spotted in our adventures. Is it a woman or man? Do they randomly pick the tree locations or are they sought upon by the owners?A bonus to tree cutting. Maybe I will stop one day and ask who the person is. Although not knowing...

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A small town Fall contest for the kids

We do not live in the same township as my inlaws or where Panda attends school. We do open enrollment so Panda can go to an Excellent rated school and attend the same one Granpa has worked at since the 70's. Plus her daddy attended school there for his entire grade school education before attending Akron University. We participate in alot of the township events and are/were members of the township's Jaycee's before The Captain's job made it...

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Mosquito clouds, Poultry run and ramblings

We have been hidden away in the house. Not to dare step out in the fear of more red itchy bumps will appear just from walking to the car. It has become a big problem all over the area and the township has yet to spray. They were suppose to last Thursday. We slept with windows open that night and I am a very light sleeper. Its so bad that I can hear when the kid next door tries to sneak in & out of his house. My kids will be very disappointed...

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Cannelini soup, trails and creek beds* many pics

I have a deep enjoyment for the Cannelini bean, which is also referred to as a white kidney bean. out of all soup beans, this is the ultimate favorite in my cooking. I think it stems back to when I lived in Pompano beach Florida and worked in a small Italian restaurant. I would waitress lunch hours and a benefit was free lunch. The cook was an Italian American who indulged me with lessons in Italian cooking during down time. I would stand next...

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