Well, I always dreamed of my "someday farm". It was to be around 20 acres with a couple of out buildings and barns...you know what I mean. That is a doable dream in upstate NY. Land is cheap and there are plenty of old farms around. My daughter has moved to Florida and I would like to join...
I love cherries, Nyboy. I planted two- and one died. I still have hope for the second, but I am not holding my breath. I did have a half dozen cherries on it, year before this, but the deer ate them when they were green! I do love growing fruit- I think more than veggies. I planted...
Debbie, I was thinking the same thing (because I did catch have a cockatoo at my feeder once.) They stand up straighter though... I think you should send those photos to Cornell, so lucky- and see what they think!
I could not be happier about this crazy weather! I remember that foot of snow too, Jack! I was wondering how crazy it would be to mow... the grass is shaggy! I am still harvesting broccoli, swiss chard, and beets. Just amazing!
Those look really cool! There is a house near here that is built semi-underground like that. Very interesting concept. I am with you on the windows...way too dark in there for me. I think a few goats could keep those rooftops mowed!
Aww, so sorry to hear that news, Thistle. May your heart heal quickly. We just put down our golden retriever this month. Always such a difficult decision. Still have my two little dogs- but they just aren't like a "real" dog...