It's Friday...

and for some of us that means chores, travels,
celebrations or just plain relaxation!
But what ever your plans are
 just enjoy your week-end!

Tuesday's Tree

Of all the 3 million trees here at the Little House,
this one is my favorite.
We planted this white Crape Myrtle the year after we moved here. That was almost 100 17 years ago.
It was a gift from my Cdub.
It usually has 60 million white blossoms that look like
snow falling when the wind blows. 

I am not certain why it didn't have 60 million as many this year, maybe we're in for one hell of  a white Christmas instead.
But nonetheless, it is very dear to my heart!

Saturday Morning in Coop Dville

Our rooster HoOh is about 5 years old now. 

 Little T named him after this Pokemon character.

Click here.

 Handsome fellow... don't you think?

Wordless Wednesday

Tuesday's Tree

I am fascinated with dead bare and large trees.

This tree is along the Rappahannock River
 in Tappahannock, Virginia

Hanging on Tight

Sometimes in life shit stuff happens.
 It's not always good.
 And it may be out of your control. 

It can make you may feel sick like you are sinking. 

But when that happens...
throw out your anchor rope and hang on!
The Lord your God will be with you.

Early Morning Calls of the Wild

We have wolf pups dogs that prowl live here at the Little House. Balto (on the right) and Sierra (on the left)  are quiet the early morning noise makers serenaders as well as excellent teachers!

They have taught the new addition Nikita to make noise serenade as well. She's a Siberian husky wolf dog in the making.

 Alot of mornings we wake up to these sounds. 

 (click here and turn up the volume to listen)

They are also excellent hunters....but that's for another post.

Have I mentioned I love where we live?

What sounds do you wake up to?

A Sign of The Times

Hmmm...so which is it?

Luffa, Loofah, or Lufah ...who knew?

 Last year my dear friend Tere introduced me (and our Children's Church) to   growing your own Luffa ( I'll be using this spelling). She gave  me some seeds and some simple growing directions and off I went. My first year only yielded about 6 sponges. But I was happy! Who knew the Luffa was part of the cucumber family and can be eaten? I did Not me. And I got more seeds!

This year I planted another crop. I was more prepared and I have more sponges coming in the fall! I love the bright yellow blooms and so do the bees! The vines are beautiful.They are fun to watch grow. The are great in the bath or for scrubbing dishes. The last forever...almost! They make great gifts too. Who knew the Luffa  grew in your garden? I did Not me...I thought they came from the ocean. DUH! I really need to get out from under this rock!

Email me with your address if you want me to send you some seeds so you can give it a try. I'm just really cool like that!

Hunting Season Already??

 This is what's left of the wild turkey who tiptoed
too close to the Coop D'ville last night!

From left to right..Sierra, Nikita and Balto.
aka/The Pack!
So innocent! But the chickens are safe!

Never a dull moment at The Little House!

This is....

my new girlfriend frog ornament. (A gift from my SIL!)
Isn't she just the cutest!
But she needs a name.

Any suggestions?

Enjoy your Labor Day!
I promise I will too!