No More "Wounded Solider" 02/05/2012
So much can happen in just 3 weeks. Last month, MaYah used to do a crawl that Marlon would refer to as the "wounded solider": Look at her now: Add Comment It's that time... 01/31/2012
Here's a glimpse at a few winter preparations in the Strawberry Patch.  I was responsible for "Big Pruning" (cutting big chunks off the runners & leaves), and the children were handling the "Fine Tuning", ( closely cutting the stems and leaves.)  I admit, it was catchy to call out "I'll do big pruning, y'all do the fine tuning" :)  This was a picture from last summer....Freshly picked strawberries are amazing. Snuggle Bug 12/27/2011
MaYah was super fussy earlier, so I pulled out the handy baby sling a friend made for me, and... 
...(the pictures say it all) Build a Wall... 12/27/2011
In an effort to promote physical endurance, I've requested our boys to "build a wall" in the backyard every day. There are some cinder blocks and cement bricks that the boys must carry across the yard and build the wall. Each week, I plan to increase the number of bricks they are carrying so that over time they can strengthen their muscles and become more disciplined in physical activity. Last week, was just a starter session and I may possibly video tape the process once they really get in the hang of it. If you have any helpful suggestions for promoting excercise with limited supervision, please leave a reply (feedback always welcome) :) The Unexpected Opportunity 12/27/2011
Last week, I set out to make my residence in Idaho official by applying for my driver's license. I studied the driver's manual for several hours and set out at 7am to get the process going. As I presented my proof of citizenship and residency, it came time to take the photograph (which is something that occurs before the test.) I was politely asked to remove my glasses and my headcovering (?)....I explained that I've been wearing my headcovering for religous purposes for over 3 years. The lady proceeded to ask management how to handle the situation, then they made a few calls and told me that it is their policy. I explained that when I read the manual it stated that exceptions could be made for medical or religous reasons.  After a bit more discussion, I was then told that I needed a letter from my synagouge because this exemption was only to be used at their discretion . I maintained my "shalom" and asked if I could request for that information to be clearly included in their manual and online site. If I had known about this potential delay, I could have easily had a letter prepared and avoided an additional trip to fulfill my mission. Ultimately, the situation provided an opportunity to be a witness to some of the clerks. I was asked a bit about our faith and one lady inquired about what the Hebrew writing said at the bottom of the letter . Later in the day, another sister from our fellowship was planning to get her id card and she used the same letter to maintain her conviction about headcoverings. When she went to the Department of Transportation, the manager remembered me as being very nice (versus being confrontational and upset.) This was a good witness, considering how inconvienent it was to make an additional trip and delay the process. I kept my shalom and really wasn't angered by the situation. Ultimately, you never know just how impactive your responses can be to others. The impression you leave with people just may shape their perception of others with similar convictions...Just a little thought to ponder, and perhaps it's needful to repent about your unseemly reactions in the past (?) 
Backyard Pals 12/04/2011
Those who have known me will remember that I've wanted milk goats for YEARS. Praise Yah, we were to recently purchase 2 does that are due to kid in March. WELCOME OUR NEWEST BACKYARD FRIENDS: "Moonlight" is French Alpine & LaMancha "Vanilla" is a Boer goat (meat breed) "Popcorn" is our Brahma hen Little Cowgirls 12/04/2011
A few weeks ago a friend invited us to his ranch to allow the children to ride horses. Based on the riding experience & our 5 year old daughter telling me that when she grows up she's going to teach people how to ride horses, I'm convinced that we have a few little cowgirls in the family (see slideshow): BTW, I added a few pics of MaYah at the end from another farm visit They are... 12/04/2011
DORPER RAMS: (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorper_(sheep)) Approximately 250lbs (total) (And, yes Grandma, for Passover and potential breeding) Voting Time (again) 10/10/2011
QUESTION #1 Can you guess what kind of animal is in this video? BONUS QUESTION: What is the approximate combined weight of the 2 animals? (I'll share the answers in the next set of blog posts) Lil Farmer Girl 10/10/2011
Check out her JD onesie.  Papa is sportin' his farmer overalls and MaYah is rockin' the pink camo. I guess this farm country is getting to us a bit (lol)  BTW, The more we get a feel for farming, I realize that it takes TRUE COMMITMENT. Through it all, it's been a wonderful experience. | WELCOMEOur family is on a agricultural mission!    
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