Sunday was wet, to the tune of over an inch of rain, wet. So we are drying out today. I am thankful that it was rain and not snow, but it does make a mess. The pasture is soaked, and the entrance to the coop is a mess as well. A couple dry days should help. I am hoping that when the sheep and cow decide to lamb/calf it is dry, but there is no point in fretting over something that I can’t control.
Yesterday, between breaks in hard rain, I went out to check the animals and then walked around to check the garden area, orchard, and vineyard. The garden looks good, if a bit waterlogged. I will probably till it lightly this year before planting, and then hope not to have to till anymore. We will see how that goes. The orchard looks good as well, with only a little bit of rabbit/mouse damage. Not anything like last year. I’m hoping for a few apples and pears this year. The vineyard also fared well over the winter. I think if I transplant a few evergreen trees I can make room for another 5-8 vines. That is if I can find time for moving everything.
Until next time.
