What a difference a few weeks can make.
We have moved from winter to spring – and I’m not sorry!
I have enjoyed our winter and all the snow, but this change of season is a wonderful thing!
The farm is coming to life again.
Inside our small greenhouse …
… we have kicked out the cats from their favourite napping spot and replaced them with vegetable seedlings (much to the cats’ dismay!).
The spot where Flynn decided to curl up & sleep the other day, flattening a lot of tiny, tender tomato starts. Hence the reason he & the others have been banished from the greenhouse.
Seeds are started in our germination chamber, a non-working fridge equipped with a water-filled crockpot to provide heat & humidity. This is connected to a thermostat which regulates the temperature. As soon as the seedlings pop up, they are moved into the greenhouse where they can grow in the bright sunshine. I just love opening the fridge door and sticking my head inside. The humid air & warm smell of soil & seedlings is heavenly!
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Around the farm …
The last remnants of snow.
In a few weeks (weather depending) we will begin planting outdoors. Under this black occultation tarp the soil should be dry enough and warm enough for our 1st crops.
The cats have traded the shelter of the barn for the sunshine & warmth outside. They are so happy!!
And the little guys are just happy to be outside, regardless of the weather!
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March 13, 2025 at 6:36 pm
Hi Ron:
I tried to comment, but my tech skills didn’t seem able to figure it out, so I’m commenting the “old” way.
I love how you educate us about life on the farm and the sometimes ingenious ways that you do things. Who would have guessed that an old, dead frig and a crock pot could have been so useful?
I look forward to more such posts.
Also, as always, I enjoyed the photos of the boys. It is clearly evident how much they love life on the farm.
As I often do, I wish I lived closer so that I could take advantage of the CSA program. Instead, I hope to see you at the Georgetown Market this summer.
Hope you have a good Spring with weather that is kind to you.
All my best to you, Amy, and your family.
Jane
March 14, 2025 at 6:33 pm
Thanks Jane! Always good to hear from you. Looking forward to seeing you this summer.
Ron