Picking up the blog after another long absence… When I last posted, it was still Spring, the days were lengthening toward the equinox, and now, suddenly, it’s summer and the days are shortening.
Life is hectic, with much more to do than time and energy allow. We have had a very full social schedule, too, and, as Satchel Paige said “the social ramble ain’t restful”. Today, Independence Day, is our first day without obligations of one sort or another. It is welcome calm, but we are discouraged by the political disgrace that has brought shame upon the United States.
I began regular blogging to inform people of Harry’s recovery from a broken femur in February 2020. When the Covid pandemic arrived, the blog brought pleasure to people confined in houses, as I posted pictures of our little patch of country with its variety of creatures. It was a simpler time. We have fallen into “interesting times”, which is indeed a curse. Nonetheless, the beauty of the world around us does remain.
As I write this, there is a constant barrage of explosions as our neighbors celebrate by ruining the peace and quiet that we cherish.
So, let’s go back a couple of weeks. There was rain, and lots of lush, green grass. Fred came to replace the horses’ shoes, and we had a wonderful day, as Fred brings laughter and gossip along with his anvil and forge. Harry had visitors in the studio, and they came over to the barn, fascinated to see a real farrier at work.
The long, cool, Spring spoiled us, and when the heat and humidity arrived, we all wilted along with the plants, but there is still plenty of beauty around. Particularly butterflies and birds…
The dogs and cats bring us joy, of course, regardless of the news. They truly live in the moment. Eddy spills over with joy every day, while Weedy is more reserved, but brimming with sweetness for all.
The big project for this year is renovation of the stream. The work was supposed to start in February, but did not actually begin until last week! I was greatly relieved, because the catbirds had fledged, so there was less disturbance of the creatures. Once the stream is back in action, there will be many happy animals, but it is a big job and will continue into next week. Here are some pictures… clearing for the project was done by the author.
We went to Pike County for Holly’s birthday party this week. Pike County is one of my favorite places, maybe because I was young and at the height of my abilities when we lived there. But it is still really country, and very beautiful, populated with some of our favorite people.
Yesterday, we had a visit, delivering some beautiful pine bedding, from Laura, Dorothy and Thrus.
And so it goes…
Be safe, be well, be kind. Laugh, stay strong, and learn the truth. Treasure friends and the natural world in all its wonders. Slava Ukraini! Peace. God save America…
Galloping Through 
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