~We lost this battle~

Written by Sue, Wedesday,May2, 2012                    Summer has arrived, humid and hot 90 today, and getting warmer 
Had a full day of painting planned for today, but swarming termites had other plans for dh and I, we were happily talking and painting, when both of us began to be bitten by these flying bugs, they began to stick to the wet paint , I called them flying termites. The bites really did sting, we tried to be troopers  by swatting them hoping they would give up, but they became more numerous, we surrendered, and went to the house.  So we decided to run errands  to get more supplies, a bonus was lunch at Panera Bread with Mr P.

I am still picking strawberries, this was yesterdays bounty, 

Having a baby that needs lots of attention, keeps us busy too. Which one of these two was enjoying the moment the most, (hint) don't think it was Mr P. We have tried to get Buttercup- Tulip, ( named by Susie and Katie), acclaimated to grazing with the other sheep, but she wants to be with us, everywhere we go, we have bottle fed lambs before , but have never had one that is so attached to us. You should hear Mr P. talking to her, I am beginning to think that might be the reason.

Helping pops with plowing, Lucy is shedding her winter coat, and looks a little ragged like me! ~smile~ I see a visit to the groomers in her near future, especially if temps. stay in the 90's for sure! After I took this photo, I gave her a good brushing and got enough fur for another pooch!

The corn is really growing, and the garlic will be harvested a lot earlier than usual. Between working on painting projects we stay busy planting, and weeding.

Our hanging baskets are really growing., I am looking forward to getting the furniture painted, and my sheer curtains put up!

Only God could make something so beautiful! 

This is sweet marjoram , I will be harvesting, and drying it this week. A great  culinary herb, very similar to oregano,but a little sweeter. One use is to combine it with sage  in preparing a turkey breast.

Well that's about all for today, I must get outside and walk before night time catches me. I am trying to become more disciplined in my exercise. 

Blessings,

Sue

busy! Busy! BUSY!

Written by Sue, Wednesday,February, 8, 2012            partly cloudy, cool, temps. 50's, 

The beginning of???

"Need any help Pops?" "Here we are!"

"come on in Lucy, POPS  needs some help, getting the soil level."

"there, all done, now let's go play."

"Pops"always gets it level, don't'cha know."

"Lucy, please don't drink the well dry,  save some for Noel and I."

A guy and his girls!

"Hurry pops, it's almost time for my feeding."

Coming right along ~smile~

A love note to my sweetheart!! 

Oh! my! it's coming along just fine! Please be careful,

Has anyone guessed yet, as to what this is going to be?

Hint, hint! It might have something to do with these!We will show the finished product soon,it isn't quite finished yet. I am so excited. Mr P surprised me a few weeks ago with this plan.

~Other happenings~

We bought a new ram last week, his name is Abraham, (father of many nations), and we are counting on him to be just what his name sake says.~smile~

 

He is a beauty, and goofy at the same time! Look at that crooked smile! He kind of looks like a camel, he is so much bigger than our other sheep, and he has a great bloodline.....

I think he is adorable,  he is so docile, and just plain sweet!

Mr P. and I received another package from Susan this week, I got new pj's and socks, Mr P. got candy, he has such a sweet tooth!

Last, but not least.... Still "savoring moments" like these, I took this photo as I was on my way upstairs to go to bed last night. I sat on the stairs in "Awe" of one of God's great creations!

These were taken tonight looking out our kitchen window through the trees.

 AWESOME!! Psalms 136:9 The moon and stars to rule by night, for His mercy endures forever.

A lot of planning, and soil preparation for the new growing season is going on around here at the farmhouse, we are so looking forward to this new season. We also use the Farmers Almanac in planting our crops. Our parents and grandparents did too. How about you, are you making plans for your veggie and flower gardens? 

Until next time,

Hugs,

Sue

~and what have I been doing?~

Written by Sue, Friday, January 27, 2012,      sunny and warm 7o degrees, beautiful~
I finished ironing, cleaning and organizing our closet, yesterday. You might say "big deal",  and it was! ~smiling~ You see I am married to the most wonderful farmer, when he works he wears jeans and just ordinary clothes, but when he dresses to go out, he becomes this fashinista. He loves clothes colorful clothes, like reds, blues, yellows, oranges, the brighter the better!

besides regular washing and ironing, twice a year I go through our closet , mend, and reorganize our clothes. I have been working on this project off and on for a week. When you get older, you can take your time, I have got to the place I use this "getting older" excuse more and more, and am afraid I have about wore it out.~lol~

Mr. P. has more clothes than I do, as I would rather spend my money on farmhouse fixings, and shoes, speaking of which...

When it comes to shoes, there is no contest, I win!!  I had to use his side of the closet to put my stash~grining~ tip#1 place shoes in plastic shoe boxes, write and tape their name on the inside, when you need them they are in plain sight.

I received a few scarfs for Christmas, and wanted to show you the one that  granddaughter Abigale made for me, the pretty red one, she is 11 years old, and is learning to crochet and knit, didn't she do a great job? And isn't it pretty?

The girls are trying to put some color in my wardrobe! ~smile~ I do love to wear this and to know that those small delicate hands made it just for me, not only warms my neck but reaches all the way to my heart. ~sigh~

They say opposites attract..
~Mr. P. likes bright colors~                                    ~Sue likes neutral colors~

       "It works,"
 we have become magnets" 

Tip # 2 Girls, if you look busy like this, or 

(photo from google)

 If you or the house looks like this,

(photo from google)

You most certainly will be asked out to dinner,

I was.... 

Now guess which one was me,

 and i'm not telling. ~a very sheepish grin~

Until next time,
 "savor" your moments,
 love,

Sue

p.s. 

I must have worked hard, yesterday, This morning Dh said I slept hard last night, which means I must have been snoring!  Not me, never, ever! tip#3 a true southern bell will never admit to snoring., EVER! 

~Me Day~

Written by Sue, Thursday, September 8, 2011           Beautiful fall day, sunny, temps. 80's

I am finally getting around to taking a "ME" day, as a matter of fact today is my second "Me" day, ~smile~. Yesterday I went to Raleigh with my dear friend Debbie and we were  treated to a facial, by the sweetest lady, her name is Lisa,

Debbie and I had lunch at one of our favorite places, Panera Bread, went to Whole Foods, Oh! my!, such a treat. You are probably wondering"why no mall shopping"? Simply put."no makeup", "no mall", clothes don't go well with faces with no make up ~grin~,  though Debbie  doesn't need it, Boy, our sun glasses really came in handy.

Today was my second "Me" day, I stayed home and  decided I would go and sit by the pond,(haven't done that in a while). I took, my coffee,  Did I say coffee?, I meant soakie biscuit, (it's a southern thing.) ~grinning~

Devotional books, along with my journal,...and spent some quiet time, or at least it was quiet for a while,... these guys showed up and began to entertain me, and what a show they did put on,

Oh! I almost forgot,... you know my camera goes everywhere with me...~lol~ and then these guys come by to say hello

 "You know I can do that too, don't you!!" says Whitie

"See I told you I could do it, I can even splash water while I dunk!!!"....  "Show off" says me!!

Lucy came by after her run, and shared some breakfast with me.

Then these friends decided to stop by!

Yes!my nemesis  was with them and he was taunting me! !! But he has a nemesis too! and it isn't me hee, hee

Just a bunch of teenagers out having fun. I wonder where their parents are. Could it be they are out by the pond?

My most Welcomed friend" was this guy, he came by for a hug!!, and maybe a kiss or two.

Talk about having some "Me" time,.... around here you might as well forget about it. It reminds me of when our children were small, and you announced to the family that you were going to go and have some "Me' time, and it would be at that precise moment everything in the house would come alive or apart.lol....

I decided it was time to take a walk, and here is what I found...I call them "The Three Musketeers!"

Ain't they sweet?

Nothing like sharing fresh water with a friend!!

 "Excuse Me!!!  OOPS!! SORRY not the best view!

While "ahem" viewing the donkeys....this beautiful song bird flew near by and began to serenade me, and sat still for me to take its photo. I knew he was sent especially for me, just another "simple country pleasure", for me to enjoy.Says me to Mr songbird,"sing, sing, sing, for you have my undivided attention."~smiling~

After my walk I came in the house to download the photos, and who calls from their cell phone? Yep!!Mr. P telling me to come quick with the camera, a guienea had just come by with her babies.

I absolutely love early Fall or what it really is called "late Summer",when the mornings and evenings are cool, and the days are warm. I know My Heavenly Father must of had me in mind when He made days like this, for which I am so grateful. You know "Fall" is just around the corner when the Golden rod begins to bloom.

I have decided that having a "Me" day is really sharing it with those you love!! and that means "you" too dear blogging friends!

To  all who take the time to visit my little corner in Blogland, I am ever so thankful I cherish your every visit. I am so sorry for keeping you to long, it's just that when you have girlfriends you just want to share every little detail in your life.

Until next time, may your days be filled with His love, and peace

Sue

This post is dedicated to my friend Janette's son, Benjamin, who loves our animals and has even named one, please visit(click on name) Janette, I promise you will leave renewed and refreshed.

Ecclesiastes 3:1~There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.~"."