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Shenandoah Frozen Over = Canadian Tech Up

February 7, 2026

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A rare event. That’s what happens when it hits 4 degrees in Virginia. And no, we did not let Maybe venture out.

Never fear! We can engage the Canadian tech.

Old Bridge Gets a Facelift

February 7, 2026

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This bridge get a workout at least twice a year for the winter solstice and the summer solstice. About every ten years it needs a facelift. Fortunately, it was designed to last and to be repaired.

This bridge was built by Tony and Claudio. Ten years ago it was resurfaced the first time.

One of the posts was replaced as well.

This year, Augostin did the work—a great winter project.

All ready for the solstice revelers.

Move that wood

November 10, 2025

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The reason we don’t burn fires in the kitchen unless it is under 40 is because it takes so much work to move the wood around. First you saw it up. Then you move the bog logs. Then you season it. Then you split it. Then you stack it. Then it moves from the res she to the porch. Finally it ends up in the kitchen on fire.

There are several cords in the red shed in a double stack up to the ceiling. Time for winter.

Bumbles Buzz

August 22, 2025

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Iulie in the Garden

August 21, 2025

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Oh man is the garden productive!

Iulie in August

August 21, 2025

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returning from a walk

Iulie has spent lots of time with us this summer. Something that we cherish. She is all farm girl, taking walks, picking vegetables in the garden, visiting the chickens, and playing with the dogs.