Where did June go?

By on July 1, 2009 in Misc

And for that matter, much of July! If you read a few posts back, my netbook is broken and I finally got everything on it backed up so it can get sent in for repairs. The computer in the studio is very difficult to upload pics onto so… there you go.

We spent much of June, reorganizing and preparing for the next school year, working on our farm and going on outings. Oh the carefree days of summer!

Sometimes the most important thing to do on a farm is get some rest. It does not happen often but there is nothing better than an unplanned nap with a cute little kid.


We had the opportunity to get a visit from my little brother, Uncle Marvin. Uncle Marvin is always lots of fun and pretty good with those little things that need to get done like programming things and household repairs.

I was invited to spend the night at the D’s house along with Alexandra, Nicholas and of course Olivia. I was pampered with rest, wonderful food and 5 star hospitality. I have acquired a new hobby while there, quilting. I have made quilts in the past but seeing Monique’s beautiful quilts has revived my interest. Another thing we got from this visit was a new way to serve our chili… over crushed fritos. Hey, if you are gonna be bad, do it good! Here is the view from the lake at the D’s house
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Solar oven project

By on June 1, 2009 in draft

I have been planning to build a solar oven since last summer but just have not gotten to it.  I would like to build a permanent solar oven out of wood and glass that can be put into the barn when not in use and brought out for cooking time.  Since I have tired of waiting for the supplies, tools and help to build it, I think we will try it out of cardboard and materials we already have to see how it works.  This way may actually be better to try out before we build the permanent one so we can tweek it.

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