Winter on the farm

The last couple weeks have been brutal. Between the horrible weather, losing our elderly horse and totaling a vehicle we have had ENOUGH of winter. It is easy during these times to re-think our ambitions and goals for the farm, but taking a sunny winter afternoon walk quickly eases my fears. Even through the bitter cold there are signs of spring and new beginnings. The chickens are out and scratching for bugs, the herbs are hanging in and a few chives are trying to push through, while dried zinnias are ready to drop their seeds. All these little changes give hope and promise for warmer days and change to come.