Thomas Jefferson wrote George Washington from Paris in 1787:
“Agriculture … is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals & happiness.”
Something today’s leaders should think about.
It’s Christmas in Roosterville! The days are full of family, friends, good food and good times. This Christmas is particularly special. We thank God for all the blessings He has bestowed upon us this past year, and especially for the birth of His son, Jesus Christ, whos birthday we celebrate!
It’s 2015! I hope you survived last night’s festivities with no ill effects. We managed to see the old year out and the new year in, but not much past that. Had some of my favorite party stuff…. Nacho cheese Doritos and bean dip and eggnog and Barcardi. Let me tell you, after so long…
Groundhog Day 2015 We’ve certainly enjoyed some nice weather in January. But February is here and winter is back! Yesterday was snowy, windy and cold. Last night, the temperature dropped to 1 degree Fahrenheit. Even with some bright sunshine, it’s cold out there. And, of course, the groundhog saw his shadow, so we’re facing 6…
by B.G.Roberts Many gardeners never consider fall gardening. They let the fear of the winter frosts that might make an early appearance scare them inside However, fall gardening will result in excellent vegetables and can extend crops long after spring planted plants are finished. Vegetables produced from fall gardening are sometimes sweeter and milder…
It’s cold and snowy today. The birds are hitting the feeders like panicked shoppers at the grocery store. It’s a lot of fun to watch their antics as they stock up in preperation for the storm. I guess they haven;t heard the weatherman, who says we will only get an inch or so of the…
Now THAT statement could be finished a lot of ways. Today, I’m thinking spring. The sun is shining, and it’s a breezy 56 degrees outside. I’ve got a window cracked open, letting in some fresh air and the song of a male cardinal. He’s been singing quite a bit for the past couple of days…