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Ode To a Vermont Shepherd and Her Sugar Maker
Twas the day before sugaring, all the buckets were hung…. When all through the woods, Not a maple was left standing without a spout or a hood. The buckets were hung round the maples with care, In hopes that springtime soon would be there. All over town, sugar makers nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of evaporators whistled … Read More
First Day of Spring in Vermont
March 20-VT Grand View Farm Yesterday, the calendar ushered in the first day of spring while I shoveled snow from steps and pathways. I have lived in Vermont for over 25 years, so I should know by now not to expect daffodils and green grass on March 20, but my southern upbringing has ingrained in me that spring begins the … Read More
Sunday Stills- Snacks
Wood-Fired Pizza on VT Grand View Farm With the completion of our outdoor wood-fired pizza oven last summer-the word “snack” takes on new meaning. So for Ed’s Sunday Still challenge this week, I am posting some awesome wood-fired pizza shots! Fresh Kale, & Beet Pizza and Squash, Spinach & Pine Nut Pizza Join us this summer for Pizza … Read More
Sunday Stills- Murals and Graffiti (a week late)
Welcome! The old saying goes, “better late than never”. Well I seem to be operating a week behind these days. Last week, Ed called for murals or graffiti for his Sunday Stills challenge. This challenge could not have been an easier photo for me to capture, as graffiti greets guests to our farm and tells them why sheep dot our … Read More
Leisel-Our German Angora Bunny
Angora/Wool Yarn CSA Share Each animal on VT Grand View Farm plays a valuable role.Each animal serves its own vital purpose. Each produces something of value. Leisel-Before Shearing Leisel, our German Angora bunny is a fiber producing machine. We combine her amazingly soft and warm fiber with Cormo wool to produce a lovely soft and squishy yarn. It has become the most … Read More