We've been working to get our garden in, spreading compost, keeping up with Anna, and generally, well, living I guess. It has also been a few weeks of reflection for us with regard to the planting and the overall farming plan. Richard will be going part time in the fall and I am in the process of looking for new (and different!) clients. It is coming together, albeit slowly, and for that we are grateful. Our original timeline didn't account for many of the things of life, so we are readjusting, and learning to love the unexpected as we go.
So our life can feel haphazard and up in the air, but truly it is not. We are trusting our collective dream, and doing the work to make it happen in the meantime. This year we've decided to plant food for us, experiment with varieties, and do our best to get the soil to happier place in the remainder of the planting area. Thanks to the help of the OSU extension folks and other local farmers it looks like we'll find our way.
In other news, on Mother's Day I had the chance to throw pots all afternoon! Many pots came to be that day and I just recently picked up some of them from the studio. Glazed and (for the most part) beautiful. Overall I am so disappointed with the Craft Center and the inconsistency in their glazes...lucky for me this time I ran into a seasoned potter while I was there to glaze and she directed me to the "sure thing" glazes. In the fall I'll be moving to the studio at the Benton Center. Professional potters, great glazes, and just a better vibe.
Anna continues to look forward to the James Taylor concert in July. We discuss this nearly everyday, at her urging. Today she announced that she would dance AND clap her hands during the "best" songs. I can hardly wait!
May 30, 2008
May 6, 2008
A farm plan, revisited
Over the last few months we've been trying on the idea of growing something other than vegetables. With this growing season upon us the reality once again of a disappointing crop is looming. (As I've mentioned in previous posts, our soil is not what it needs to be to grow what we'd like.)
So, trying to find the bright side, we've discussed possibilities like berries, lavender, and my all time favorite--pumpkins. So far, no solid decisions on what's next.
More about the bright side--it looks like Richard may get to go part time in the fall. This has been a goal since we moved here as it would give him more time with Anna, as well as more time to farm.
In other job-related news, I am working hard to secure new clients after my Boise client of 3+ years has decided to hire an in-house writing staff. Their business has steadily picked up over the last year, and I remain one part-time writer and full-time mom. It's great news for the agency, and after my initial adjustment, will be great news for me as well. And with Richard going part time I have plenty of incentive to get out there and find some work!
In duck news, the Donalds are now five weeks old and sporting most of their feathers. In spite of heavy handling as youngsters they are spooky and don't like to be cuddled now. I suspect this is just part of being a duck. They do follow us around a bit and enjoy being outside.
And finally, I just read Bill's post (http://fromfattotri.blogspot.com/) and am so excited to share that he took 2nd place at a triatholon last weekend! I am so bummed to have missed this podium moment. Also, take a look at their latest tatoos. So beautiful.
So, trying to find the bright side, we've discussed possibilities like berries, lavender, and my all time favorite--pumpkins. So far, no solid decisions on what's next.
More about the bright side--it looks like Richard may get to go part time in the fall. This has been a goal since we moved here as it would give him more time with Anna, as well as more time to farm.
In other job-related news, I am working hard to secure new clients after my Boise client of 3+ years has decided to hire an in-house writing staff. Their business has steadily picked up over the last year, and I remain one part-time writer and full-time mom. It's great news for the agency, and after my initial adjustment, will be great news for me as well. And with Richard going part time I have plenty of incentive to get out there and find some work!
In duck news, the Donalds are now five weeks old and sporting most of their feathers. In spite of heavy handling as youngsters they are spooky and don't like to be cuddled now. I suspect this is just part of being a duck. They do follow us around a bit and enjoy being outside.
And finally, I just read Bill's post (http://fromfattotri.blogspot.com/) and am so excited to share that he took 2nd place at a triatholon last weekend! I am so bummed to have missed this podium moment. Also, take a look at their latest tatoos. So beautiful.
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