On the Farm.

The Sun's shining and birds are chirping. Andrew's milking cows and Zeke's eager to join Granddad or Andrew for whatever farm chores he can get in on. This morning Mum and I transplanted some leeks in the garden while Tazara slept soundly. The Tarbotton clan headed south last Saturday. I couldn't stop myself from shedding a few tears. I so love family and I so hate goodbyes. Their Heidi (11) is staying a couple extra days. She loves Zeke and Tazara and is very handy and fun to have around. She's even been diligently working in the cowshed and has suffered a number of showers out of the back end of the cows.

I so enjoy the life, company, fresh air and restfulness of the farm. The week after New Year's is usually a downer...putting away Christmas decorations and getting back to work. This year was particularly dramatic having to farewell Kirstie on New Year's Eve. Thank you Abba for this week on the farm to gracefully transition into another beautiful New Year.