Introducing a New Puppy to the Old Dog There is a new addition to our family here at the Mountain Farmhouse! Meet Ollie, our West Highland Terrier ("Westie")! This is Ollie at eight weeks old: Our older dog, Finn, a Cairn Terrier, and Ollie like to celebrate every day doing the things that dogs like to do best - eating, playing, sleeping, and spending time outdoors. We'd like to take you on a trip down memory lane to last year when we brought Ollie home. We were … [Read more...] about Introducing a New Puppy to the Old Dog
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Vegetarian Food After A Tooth Extraction
Vegetarian Food After a Tooth Extraction As I'm writing this, I'm holding an ice pack against my cheek. As some of you may know, I have had quite a bit of dental work for a good part of my life. Part of that work involved a LOT of root canal treatments. These treatments ultimately failed, making extractions necessary. Thus, I have become a "Liquid and Mushy Food Aficionado." If you are in the same boat, and struggle to find tasty vegetarian and vegan options, read … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Food After A Tooth Extraction
February Garden Tour
February Garden Tour Ah, yes, the garden in still asleep under the snow. It's time for the February Garden Tour! To be honest, not a lot has changed since our January Garden Tour. That said, I thought we could take a look at some of our garden areas that are closer to our barns. The Blueberry Patch We have this patch of blueberries that was already here before we bought the place. It's four high-bush plants that tend to get tall and unruly. Over … [Read more...] about February Garden Tour
January Winter Garden Tour|Winter Gardening in a Cold Climate
A typical day in the January winter garden here looks like this: Yes, that's it. Snow everywhere. In fact, when our dog goes outside, little snowballs stick to his legs. I have to use a warm washcloth to individually melt the snowballs so he won't be in pain or freeze. But he loves being out in the snow in spite of that uncomfortable inconvenience. It is a pretty sight, the snow. Really it is. Especially when you're indoors in the warmth looking out the window. Or … [Read more...] about January Winter Garden Tour|Winter Gardening in a Cold Climate
Farmhouse Master Bedroom Tour
Farmhouse Master Bedroom Tour Welcome to our Farmhouse Master Bedroom Tour! It is a humble, calming, minimalist-inspired space where we can relax and rest. Our little haven. Looking back in time, this room was the one we called, the "Parlor." Off to one side was a door that led to a laundry room. Within the Parlor was a queen-sized futon, a daybed, a folded cot(which doubled as an ottoman), and a television set with an assortment of movies in a cabinet. The Parlor also … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Master Bedroom Tour