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A Duck, A Dog, and A Darling!
DucDuc, A Duck!My, My, My! You would think it is Springtime on the Ranch! This week we have had so many new arrivals! The first to arrive was the most gorgeous Duck. She has been showing up at chore...
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A Whole Lot of Peeping Going On!
Brand newBarred Rock chick!That's her head and beak at the topand her little wing sticking out on the right!Good morning! And let me tell you, I sure was surprised when I got up this morning! I let...
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The Shinrin-Yoku Therapy or I'm go'in hike'n in the woods
If you study the rock in this photothe roots look like long fingers holding itin place! For some perspective,the rock is about the size of a small desk!Good morning, All! This week I came across an...
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Cilantrophobia!
Cilantrophobia!To mention you hate cilantro in mixed company,which is to say any company really, is toimmediately incur the fierce judgment and oppositionof many.drawing and quote...
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That Nightmare Named Insomnia!
This photo was taken the other morning....I was sitting in the garden looking east."The woods are lovely, dark and deep.But I have miles to go before I sleep."Robert FrostGood morning, did you sleep...
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Pure Loveliness and a Wild Class!
Good morning, All! Can you believe how green the world around us has become in the last couple days. Yes, 5-8 inches of rain sure helps, let's hope this rain continues throughout the summer!Cousin...
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Here Comes Peter Cottontail, Hoppin Down the Bunny Trail!
Can you see Chi's fangs?This is the Head of Ranch Security look whenMom makes Chi pose for photos.Now, imagine that look with bunny ears.Not pretty.Good Morning, Yes! Hippity Hoppin, Easter's on its...
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Have You Heard the News!
Have You Heard the News!Eggs really are good for you!Good evening, All! There are some exciting events and classes coming up this month! Eggsceptional Day!Saturday, April 14, 2012Tinney Chapel Family...
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Earth Day, Sunday, April 22, 2012
Earth DaySundayApril 22, 2012Good morning, All! Just wanted to share a few thoughts with you this morning on Earth Day. I feel about Earth Day as Ray Stannard Baker felt about Christmas Day. See...
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Lady Lavender and a Beastie Be Gone Class!
Madame Flamingo invites Lady Lavender for Tea Time.Can you guess what flower will be in the herbal tea?Good morning, All! Cousin Sandra is finally home from Austin, and as always, she loaded up the...
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Come Tiptoe Through the Wine-cups with Me!
Caterpillar on Indian Paint Brush,Spring Creek,Thank you, Mr. C for holding that flower up forthe photo!Good morning, All! My, my, my, we have been busier than long-tailed cats in a rocking chair...
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Heart Strings
LaikaGood morning, All. I am sitting here trying to decide how to write the blog this morning. I try to keep the blog upbeat. There is already so much sadness and violence in the world, you don't...
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Dog with an Attitude, Poke Weed and Elvis?
Head of Ranch Security Summer Buzz Cut.I just love the tail.Good morning, All. The weather has been beautiful lately. We have actually gotten some rain and the last 2 days the temperature has been...
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I'm Doin' the Happy Dog Dance!
Morning Glory growing on dried brush.Good afternoon, All. I do not like to keep secrets. No, no, no! Now all of ya'll that have told me secrets and said "Please, don't repeat this!", fear not! I...
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Copperhead! Oh, %@!+*
Copperhead Snakephoto bywww.fcps.eduGood morning, All. As I have told ya'll in the past.....we NEVER know what is going to happen around here from week to week.If you are really squeamish about snakes...
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Mullein Flowers and a Folk Remedy
Welcome to the wild, and wonderfulworld that is my "herb" garden!Zinnias and Black-eyed Susan line the garden path.Sister Belle watches over farmlife from the shade of the Oak tree.Morn'in, All! Well,...
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The Little Herb Shop on Elm Street!
American BasketflowerPlectocephalus americanusGood morning, All! Well, this is my final week of preparations before "The Little Herb Shop on Elm Street" opens. So, this weeks' post is going to be...
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A What Doctor?
CalebA plague doctor!Nancy taking photos!Italian: medico della pesteDutch: pestmeesterGerman: PestarztGood morning, All! Well, StarDragonfly Herb Company opened Friday, June 15, 2012 and now,...
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It is so HOT, It must be SUMMERTIME!
HibiscusRoselle or Hibiscus sadariffaThe flowers only last a couple hoursbut they sure are gorgeous!Good afternoon, All! Summer has arrived! And is it hot!I know what we need on a hot day like today!...
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A Medicinal Mystery Plant and a Cool Soup!
Indian MallowFamily: Abutilon How many people can really and truly say, I love my job! Well, I do love working with plants (though admittedly, I am not crazy about gardening in the summer heat),...
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