home… Another Severe Weather Day 11 Jan 201111 Jan 2011 The temperatures aren't rising and the snow and ice continue to pound us. Yesterday, the event was mostly snow with only periods of sleet mixed in. Today, we are having…
family… Taxes and Death 8 Jan 20118 Jan 2011 My house is swallowed by papers; bank statements, receipts, farm settlements, cash tickets. This is the first step in preparing for the annual tax accountants who decide whether or not…
family… Coffee from a Press 7 Jan 20117 Jan 2011 I'm attempting to use a coffee press, a French press, in order to emulate the flavor of coffee in France. It isn't hard really, just throw ground coffee into the…
home… Elk In Virginia 6 Jan 20116 Jan 2011 Elk are coming to Virginia! Seventy-five are being reintroduced in Buchanan County which is in Southwest Virginia. Tazewell County is between Buchanan and Bland, and is on the list for…
family… At the Cabin 6 Jan 20116 Jan 2011 Snow is in the forecast for the mountains and foothills. In Bland, Virginia the accumulation could be significant, not so much for the North Carolina foothills. A short day at…
family… Un-Decorating 2 Jan 20112 Jan 2011 How sad the wilted fraser fir looks. It spent years in a field of like kind, was chopped down at ten feet, traveled down a winding mountain road, where my…
family… The Year in Review 31 Dec 201031 Dec 2010 It is the last day of the year; the time to reflect on life and its obstacles, dreams, desires, and if we stayed on course in our pursuits. I have…
friends… Rescued 27 Dec 201027 Dec 2010 I'm free! I was not able to get myself out of the snow drift, but a friend pulled me out and I was able to continue on my way, (in…
family… Snow Continues to Fall 26 Dec 201031 Dec 2010 Although it is 6:30 AM, it is still dark outside, but there is a glow emanating from the deep, deep snow. I switched on outside lights and verified that yes,…
family… Christmas Night 26 Dec 201026 Dec 2010 Christmas day 2010 is winding down. Many of our activities will be pushed into tomorrow due to the snowstorm. It has been snowing nonstop for more than twelve hours and…
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