Filed under: March 2016 | Tags: Compost, draft horses, Farming, maple syrup season, Rest
Sugar Snow
March 3, 2016
After a little snow and cold over night, the sap has stopped running and we are enjoying a break. There is plenty of farm stuff to do, but the hustle, hurry and rush has settled down if only for a day or two. I like these days for planning. I do get a little extra stuff done, but sipping a hot beverage is a good thing to do on a day such as this.
I find a restful day clears my head. It allows me to coast a little and get inspired to write. My book continues to sell quite well. I am getting lots of nice compliments. I am pleased that so many folks are enjoying and reflecting upon their own memories, as they read about mine. Life is short. Knowing that I have touched a few people along my journey so far is humbling. I give the glory to God.
The horses and I will be hauling wood and manure in the coming days in between sap gathering. All of us need the work so as to be tuned up for spring. The soil preparation will begin soon. We will be plowing before I know it. The time changes soon and we will enjoy a later sunset. I guess it’s only fitting to take a break now… while we can.
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RicelandMeadows 
Winter is my “break time too” but I’m over it now and ready to get outside even though my project list is long! I’m still not looking forward to mowing and really am considering sheep!
Comment by Jacklyn March 4, 2016 @ 11:01 amTake care!
No mowing just yet. We need the sap to run first. I agree though the warmth of late spring will be welcomed as I sit on the seat of the plow.
Comment by ricelandmeadows March 4, 2016 @ 7:11 pm