Monthly Archives: August 2011

Once upon a time…..

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Kathie

Once upon a time there was a small, one-room  hunting cabin on a lake in northern Michigan. It transformed into a two bedroom cottage over the years. Its plain front steps became a wonderful deck, over looking the lake. The … Continue reading →

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And even more painting

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Kathie

First I want to say that Becky and I are nine degrees warmer than Pam.  I have never seen that happen. I am finished painting trim, but I cannot put it up until I do the yellow. So, I did … Continue reading →

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Let the painting begin

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Kathie

I had great plans to finish cutting the trim and then painting it and the rest of the coop that will be blue.  I got a lot done, but not all.  Just as I started cutting the trim it began … Continue reading →

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Look what I did this morning

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Kathie

First I have to explain that my sleep schedule is so messed up. Ann has adjusted to her new work schedule so quickly and easily. I am the one who has had the adjustment problem and am up most the … Continue reading →

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Protecting the chickens

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Kathie

My uphill neighbor, Maria (who often posts here) has lost seven chickens in the last week to a raccoon. Seems the raccoon has gone after the smaller, tamer ones too. I have been very worried about my flock. I trenched … Continue reading →

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