Wordless Wednesday - Fall Colors

Our Dwindling Rights

I don't normally post any of my political views or opinions and I won't make a habit of it I promise:) As a gun owner, however, I have a hard time ignoring this topic.

I've watched in horror as our rights as citizens of the United States of America have slowly been stripped away, compromised and overlooked for "the greater good". Gun control has been a hot issue for some time now and if you think it's a good idea for our government to step in and issue tougher regulations you better read the following blog post and the very real, very scary possibilities in our near future.

Think this can't happen?

And just remember, criminals will always be able to obtain the weapons they need, no matter what the law.

Sunday Snapshots

Captured during demolition and construction of a family project this week:)

Too cool for work

Loves you bunches big bro!

A diva hard at work

Meeting of the minds

From the Archives

Since this weekend weather has begun to slide towards the chilly and crappy again, I thought this sounded good for dinner tonight. I plan to make a few adjustments for what we have on hand but it should turn out just as good as the last time I made it nearly 2 years ago!

Crock-pot Potato Soup

6-8 med. potatoes, diced
2 med. onions, diced
2 med. carrots, sliced
2 pkg. instant chicken broth powder
4 C. water
2 t. dried parsley
1 t. pepper
1/2 t. salt
1 can evaporated milk
1 C. shredded cheddar
2 T. flour

Combine all ingredients in the crock, except the evaporated milk and cheese. Set on low for 7-9 hours. About 30 minutes before it is finished, wisk in the evaporated milk, cheese, and flour.

Simple and delicious, my family adores this one.

End of the season:(

So ends another growing season and so begins the clean-up and prep for next year. I had great success with the east garden this year, not too many weeds and plenty of produce that did well. It's too bad it has to end, but the rock bottom temps lately have ended any hopes I may have had for further crops. Had I been smart enough or less lazy I would have erected my row tunnels and saved some veggies from the frost. Alas, I did not and now it's time to pull up the withered plants and start laying on the compost. All is not lost though......we have begun another project which may prove to provide us with some fresh greens in Jan. or Feb. More on that in another post;)

Bunnies!

There has been so much going on lately with no slowdown in sight. It is autumn after all, the harvest season and generally a very busy season for anyone who grows things. Even the rabbits are busy in their own way. These cute little popples were not discovered until they were at least a week old, amazing given where they were located, right in front of the door. How no one stepped on them while changing the water is beyond me! Mama rabbit did a nice job of piling straw, hay, and fur and created quite a hidden burrow.
The burrow is actually quite large and only a small portion is uncovered. After investigating further, I was able to count at least 12 little buns, all healthy and super cute. I just love babies of any species:)
They are getting quite large and pudgy and it's hard to resist just wanting to hold every one of them. This one was quite calm while I took pictures and let the toddlers ooh and ahh over him/her.
The proud parents lounging about. Not sure who the mommy is, doesn't really matter and for all I know there is another hidden warren. I don't go poking around in there too much unless it's clean-out time. Daddy is the black/white spotted guy, quite handsome isn't he?

The bunnies will stay with the parents for another couple weeks until weened, then they will have their own pen for growing out. I will likely choose a female to keep from this bunch, there are several fat buns to choose from, let's just hope they aren't all boys!

The Most Popular Fair on Earth

Every year during the last week in September the Hillsdale County Fair takes place. Touted as the most popular fair on earth, our local fair is certainly a hit with the kids. Lots of rides, games, food, and exhibits. There is always something to see and do no matter the age. We never miss a year and it never fails to rain, in fact it usually snows at least once! We got lucky this year with just colder temps and showers, though the cold weather seemed to escape the boys' attention:/

The boys had a blast in the funhouse.

Big brother helps little sis ride the big slide.

Local growers and artists sure make some fun things to see:)

Daddy and his tired little girl. Lucky for us the rain didn't start until it was time to go:)