Inspiration Sunday

Fencing. That is my inspiration today! On our 16 acres, we don't have a lick of fence. And that is something that needs to be fixed. Not just one stye of fence is going to be used - we need a few different styles.

The photo at right is one version of the Split-Rail style of fence. I have loved split rail fencing for as long as I can remember. It brings back memories of the old farms, which I love so much. I plan to use this as more of a permanent cross fencing of the interior of the property. This will keep the livestock in the rear portions of the property. Next, we look at a privacy fence.

I love this style mainly for it's rustic, simple look. It is extremely functional in blocking the view. Which is what we want to have across the front of the property. It will dual serve as a last barrier for any escapee livestock, and keeping the dogs from entering the roadway. Also keeps unwanted eyes from looking in. We are a very "private" family. We don't like nosy neighbors seeing everything we do. Nothing to hide, just the principle of the matter. That's why we refuse to live "in town". WAY to close for comfort! I prefer to keep my PJ's and Nightgowns in the privacy of my own home... but dern I don't mind hanging a load of clothes or doing chores in them... especially if it is before my coffee! 

And one more style of privacy fence that still allows a slight view when looked at from an angle. While I wouldn't use this as my primary solid fence, it would be nice closer to the house, say around the kids' play yard. Or around a pool. Something of that nature. 

Well folks, that's My inspiration post for today! Fencing. I've put a lot of thought into it, and am chomping at the bit to get one started. Lack of materials and tools are slowing me down, but I know they will be up in a matter of time. Even if I have to do it myself :-) 

I hope you all have had a GREAT weekend! I get to skip the typical Monday Morning Blues this week. Thankfully, my place of work gives you a day off for your birthday. Mine happened to fall on a Monday... and better believe I'll take the opportunity to skip the Monday Morning Blues! Have a Great, Peaceful Sunday Everyone!

Whew! What a week!

I can't believe it's ALREADY SATURDAY! Wow, where the heck did the week go? Almost time for another Inspiration Sunday already! This week will feature a fence design I LOVE! But you'll have to stay tuned- no more details from me! 

Overall the week was just very busy with a lack of computer time. Had family over on Tuesday. Spent the remainder of the week catching up on sleep from the late night Tuesday.

I am sure y'all are wondering about the dogs and their raw feed diet. I had to put it on hold after day 3. All dogs take time when adjusting to a new food (of any sort) and of coarse, with the adjusting, comes a few messes. Thankfully my dogs only had messes from the front half of their body. But, none the less, hubby was the fortunate one to clean them. In all fairness to him, I decided to put off switching to was until I could be available for the mess cleanup. I figure it's only fair since I know I wouldn't be too happy if I were the one home with the dogs cleaning the messes, and it was his idea ;) 

Well, considering I was supposed to post this last night, and hit save instead, I better get it out there before I do the Sunday Inspiration post! Hope y'all have had a great week and weekend!!

Inspiration Sunday

My first 'Inspiration Sunday' Post is possibly going to be my favorite. I almost started off small, with a fencing look I fell in love with... but I decided for my first Inspiration post, it was going to be my biggest and favorite one. 

The photo is of a log cabin with a very nature based look. I love everything about it from the surrounding area, to the little patio, to the logs, to the roof, to... well you get the idea. I am just in love. THIS is what I hope to have by the time my children are leaving the nest. The day my youngest moves out, is the day I WILL be moving towards living in my little shack in the woods behind my house. It's not built yet, but over the years, I can only hope to have something resembling the above picture. Hubby has already been informed I will be living "in the woods" as soon as my children leave the nest. No more TV, No more power, no more running water. Just Me, My Dogs, My Livestock, and the Land. That is my dream. He's more than welcome to join me, but I know that will not happen. He is too attached to the 'luxuries' of today.  

Thats A-OK by me :-) I like the peace and quiet! 

Hope y'all have had a great weekend!

Today was the Day!

The day to start the new Raw Feed Diet for Thor & Teddy! This was their meal: 

Rock Cornish Game Hen - Halved

 Let me just say - they LOVED it! Teddy dug right in. Thor wasn't too far behind after he took the time to sniff and lick the chicken dry :) The boys will be eating plain jane chicken for the next few weeks so their bodies can adjust to their new diet. Next on the list to introduce will be either beer or pork, depending what I can find a decent supply of. 

Teddy and his first RF meal

Thor and his first RF meal

I have a feeling this is going to be the best decision I've made in my life as far as raising a dog to be healthy. Stay tuned for other updates on how my boys are adjusting to living and eating closer to their roots! 

Inspiration Sunday Post to follow soon! 

Does anyone here....

feed their dogs a Raw Food Diet? 

 I have been doing some research, and believe I am ready to make the step into the Raw Food Diet for my boys. I've made a few connections with people who are cleaning out their freezers soon, and know of a few places to buy some good, un-altered meat products. I am thinking within the next two days, my boys will be having their first Raw meal! 

I have heard nothing but good things. And it makes sense. Look at the things listed on those dog food bags. Just as bad, if not more so, that what they are putting into food for human consumption! If I am going to be feeding my family REAL food, I had better do the same for my fur-kids! I am planning chicken for the first week, with introduction to beer and pork following.

I'll forewarn ya, When I take their first meal photos, some will surely make it here on the blog :-) 

Have a GREAT weekend everyone! Stay tuned tomorrow for our first ever "Inspiration Sunday" post! All thanks to 1st Man for the idea, and permission to copy it! Wonderful blog! If you haven't checked it out yet, you don't know what you're missing! 

And the Fur-Kid Family is Complete!

Friends, Meet Thor! 

 

Thor is a coming 3 year old Purebred Boxer. He came to us as a result of his family making a move to CA. Their new condo wouldn't allow a large dog. His family answered a wanted ad I had posted. They happened to be in NJ for the holiday weekend, and live in Vermont. I'm in WAY Upstate NY. His family decided they would drive the looooong way home to VT, and come to meet us and us, them. Everyone hit it off great, and Thor found himself a great home! Almost the same way we happened to be blessed with Cash. 

Sleeping

Thor is great with the kids, and good with Teddy. I think it helps that he has already been neutered :-) He is pretty mellow in the house, and expends his energy when we go outside. It is hilarious to watch him and Teddy run! Teddy is so quick and agile, and Thor is, well, not so fast and agile. I'll have to record them one day for y'all! 

 

Runnin' Runnin' Runnin'!

The boys at dinner time

And to show you how well Teddy is coming, healing wise from his booboo's, here is the handsome fella! Pics were all taken today for y'all! 

My Teddy Bear!

Well my friends, the dishes are calling, and they sure won't wash themselves! I've tried to teach them, but it is fruitless ;) I hope you all have a WONDERFUL weekend!

Not much to tell...

On the Homestead front this week. We DID finally get a little bit of rain. Not nearly enough to make the grass green again - but some is better than none I suppose! Hey, it was enough to make the beans produce another handful or so of beans :-) No pictures to show y'all though- Trout ate them as she picked them! 

Teddy, aka BearBear is settling in great! He is such a mellow fella! We are looking to add another dog to our family. As nice as Teddy is, he is a big ole chicken. Should anyone decide to break in, he would be the first one to silently hide! We miss the "security blanket" feeling of our boy Cash... so we are on the lookout. Unfortunetly, we will be unable to own another Pit Bull, or Pit Mix for another 7 1/2 years. Once the house is paid off and I can say LATA to the Liability Insurance.  So, we are keeping our eyes out for a Boxer, or Mastiff. Trying to stay away from the Shepherds, and other heavy double coated shedders. Hubby is at his limit with Teddy's hair LOL

So, thats about the story since my last post. I hope everyone has had a GREAT Labor Day Weekend, and enjoys tomorrow! Have a great night everyone!