Our cows moved from one pasture to another across the Weiser River. The cowboys didn't really need our help but we hopped on the four wheeler and invited friends to come out for a hotdog party. It's the evenings like this, when I get to tag along with the work and look at the beautiful … Continue reading Crossing the River
Ranch
Thunderstorm
The girls and I went for a walk while Mr. Rancher changed water and we got caught in a thunderstorm. Luckily we were visiting a neighbor when the worst of it hit and we were able to hang out at their house until the worst of it passed. The sky was incredible as we made … Continue reading Thunderstorm
Summer Tantrum Solutions
Ahhhh....summer. Long, hot days full of work, fun, and growth. Summers are busy for us check out why here: Finding Happiness in the Hay Hauling orIt’s a Zoo. This busyness brings a lot of fun and experiential learning; however, it wrecks havoc on our daily rhythm and sleep schedule. If any of you readers have … Continue reading Summer Tantrum Solutions
Finding Happiness in the Hay Hauling
Finding joy in the journey is my quest in life. I love the notion of enjoying the small moments, soaking up delight from the ordinary pieces of everyday life. But, I also struggle with this. I tend to get bogged down in the drudgery and repetitive nature of life. The cycle of laundry, dishes, sleepless … Continue reading Finding Happiness in the Hay Hauling
Principles of Home Management (also: how to have kids, homeschool, farm, and adventure without losing your mind)
If that title doesn't catch you eye what will? I've been at this marriage thing for six years and this parenting thing for almost five years, so I'm pretty inexperienced at both! The few lessons I have learned are probably no-brainers for most of you, but for me they have been earth-shattering revelations. Today I … Continue reading Principles of Home Management (also: how to have kids, homeschool, farm, and adventure without losing your mind)
Bikes for Everyone
Everyone can ride a bike now! Becca has been working so hard on mastering her balance bike, last night she did! She sat in the seat and propelled herself with her legs. She even held both legs up and glided along. By this time next year I'll be able to take both girls biking around … Continue reading Bikes for Everyone
Morning Time
And the blocks are out once again. At least the Little People village set isn't out too. There's a wonderful pile of laundry lurking in the corner (wonderful because it shows all the clean clothes we have to wear!). Someone really should fold that. And put it away. I'll make Henley do it. Just kidding. … Continue reading Morning Time
Risky Play
I've been following the 1000hoursoutside challenge, I'll link to that blog below, since March 2019. We haven't exactly tracked our hours, but I know we've been outside much more since hearing about this challenge and researching the many benefits of outdoor nature time for children and their developing minds and bodies. One benefit plenty of … Continue reading Risky Play
It’s a Zoo
Current total of animals under my care: 100 cows 4 bulls 2 horses (okay so these top three are Mr. Racncher's responsibility but I'm counting them because they totally impact the rest of my life as well--wanna go on a date? Cows are out. Wanna have an early night? Cows are out. Wanna leave town? … Continue reading It’s a Zoo
Festival
In true farming fashion, Ty was baling hay during our local Fiddle Festival this year, which means that the girls and I were on our own at the fried food stands and carnival. We were lucky enough to meet up with some awesome friends and wander around with them--more adults to keep track of the … Continue reading Festival
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