Monthly Archives: June 2011

Campfire Cook: Honey Baked Chicken

Posted on June 30, 2011

This recipe is so easy and so yummy, I make it over and over. I hope you enjoy it too. 1 – 3-4 lb. broiler, cut up 1/3 cup butter1/3 cup honey2 Tbsp. mustard1 tsp. salt1 tsp. curry powder Place chicken, skin side up, in greased baking pan. Combine last 5 ingredients and pour over … Continue reading →

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Newfangled Novel: Surrender the Dawn by MaryLu Tyndall

Posted on June 29, 2011

When the War of 1812 robs Cassandra Channing of her father and brothers, she must find a way to support her mother and younger siblings without being forced to marry a man she does not love. Determined to remain independent, she hires a privateer, captained by the town rogue. Coming in August 2011

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Meadow Spring: Revving Up

Posted on June 27, 2011

We are revving for our farm’s once-every-three-years field day. It will be held on July 9 and the attendance is at 1,500 folks right now with more still signing up. Field Day 2005 Field day consists of farm tours, rabbit production, gardening, marketing, hay making and bedding, and a Q&A time. We also serve an … Continue reading →

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Buckshot Blueprint: Baby Chicks

Posted on June 24, 2011

Baby chicks in the brooder. The baby chicks need to stay warm for the first three weeks of their life. Then as their fluff is replaced with feathers, they are able to tolerate more temperature change. We keep them warm and dry in our brooder with heated hovers and a nice warm dry saw dust … Continue reading →

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Meadow Spring: Tag, You’re it!

Posted on June 23, 2011

On Monday I was tagged by my dear friend Jessica Patch (thanks, Jessica!) on her blog with a name as original as my own – Jessica R. Patch. I don’t know who started this tag you’re it for questions, but it seems to go back forever. TAG QUESTIONS: Do you think you’re hot?Right now, yes, … Continue reading →

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Homestead Howdy: Sarah Sawyer

Posted on June 22, 2011

Today I would like to welcome Sarah Sawyer to my blog. Sarah is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers Association (ACFW) and I met her online through the ACFW MidAtlantic Community. Thank you for being here, Sarah. Please tell us a little about yourself.In short, I’m a lover of God, wife to an amazing … Continue reading →

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Hayseed Hold Up: Surrender the Heart

Posted on June 20, 2011

It is with great excitement that I tell you about this free e-book! MaryLu Tyndall is one of my most favorite authors and for the next 6 weeks she is offering a copy of Surrender the Heart for free until July 31.If you have a kindle or a computer, you might want to download a … Continue reading →

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Meadow Spring: Saying Goodbye (for now)

Posted on June 17, 2011

Last Wednesday I received the sad news that my Grandpa was being admitted to Hospice for congestive heart failure. “Come soon if you want a chance to say goodbye.” the Hospice Nurse warned. My heart cried. I’m a little over thirty years old and this is the first time that I have had to deal … Continue reading →