Category Archives: Seasons & Celebrations

Observations of the seasons, particular holidays and special days.

Lucky Thirteen

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Mark Zeiger

Yesterday we celebrated the thirteenth anniversary of moving to the homestead. We’re smack dab in the middle of Reserve Week, when we try to avoid social obligations beyond Michelle’s birthday, our homestead anniversary, and our wedding anniversary, in a couple … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Soup for The Starving Time

Posted on April 21, 2019 by Mark Zeiger

Spring, in many traditions, carries the sobering name of “The Starving Time” or words to that effect. Here we are at the time of year when the winter food stores are all but exhausted (if not literally used up) but … Continue reading →

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