I hope those of you who celebrate Christmas had a wonderful and peaceful holiday! Larry and I had a quiet but very enjoyable time. It’s h...

I'm obviously very thankful for this little critter. He's lounging in front of the gas logs. This time of year, my thoughts...

The raised bed garden on Aug. 23, 2014. The harvest from our raised bed garden is nearing its end. We’re still getting a few cucumber...

Lettuce As I write this on Tuesday night, it’s falling into the 30s outside. There’s a freeze warning, with temperatures expected t...

I’m once again joining Random 5 Friday with Nancy of A Rural Journal . Check out her website for more bloggers joining in with their own ra...

I took this photo of Chase Bird with my cell phone in February. I didn't take many photos during my break except those for the newspap...

I couldn’t sit still. I kept moving around in my chair. My legs were shaking. Every couple of minutes I got up and paced. My heart rate had...

Happy Friday, and Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you are all doing well. I’m joining Nancy of A Rural Journal in Random 5 Friday, a very ...

If the weather forecasters are correct, there’s snow coming to Virginia, including Altavista, today and tomorrow. Finally, we are supposed ...

Happy Friday, dear readers! I hope you’ve had a good week. My thoughts go out to those who are in the middle of snow and ice and power outa...