Week 3 of August proved a challenge in regard to my health. I look back as I prepared this post and I see progress, good memories and much to be grateful for. But to be honest in those moments when I lacked energy, I felt discouraged. Week 1 and Week 2 of August felt considerably more productive.
Thursday, August 15, 2019
I have not felt good today. I have laid low aside from a bit of laundry and working online. I chased away all those nagging thoughts of projects and work I want to complete outside for I know I need to rest today. By rest that means I do as little as possible when it comes to strenuous physical activity. The fact that I need these days at this stage in my life contributed to the fact I started this web site and working online as a part of what I do. I make use of these days to write and work online. Certainly not a wasted day by no means.
I ordered Perfect Fit, a CD by Patrick McAvinue. I am certain to enjoy it. The anticipation of its arrival chased away my blue attitude brought on by my lack of energy today.
Friday, August 16, 2019
I fought a fogy head most of the day. Aside from chores, and a trip to the bank (which was actually 2 trips) I fumbled through the day. A bit of online work seemed to be the best I could do.
Saturday, August 17, 2019
I had after much debate decided to attend one of my annual family reunions. In doing so I missed out attending the Culver Farmer’s Market. To my dismay, I arrived at my destination after 1 and a half hours travel, to learn the event is indeed scheduled for next Saturday. I admit to feeling angry for about 5 or 10 minutes. A question arose with in me, “Did I want to be a person who could not handle a change in the plan of the day?” The answer left me no alternative but to change my thought process. How could I enjoy this day going forward?
I completely gave my anger away ASAP. Let it go! After eating a portion of one of the heirloom tomatoes I had brought with me, my Dad and I were off to visit one of his cousins. His wife needed input from me for a wall hanging made of my younger sisters 4-H tee shirts. After a friendly visit, at my Dad’s suggestion, I enjoyed a look at a collection of around 100 model John Deere tractors. Impressive!
A meal out with my Mom in the town I went to High School in, found me thinking about the changes in my life in the last 27 years. Good changes for the most part. A bit more chatting at my parents, an hour + drive home, chores, and I sat down to listen to music via my phone.
Oh, I almost forgot, my cousin gifted me with 8 books (I really like books) and had left them at my parents for me to pick up. I checked the mail when I arrived home and found 2 books that were gifts, as well. Speaking of arriving home, I noticed my purse was no where to be found.
Sunday, August 18, 2019
I rested and started a new book from my cousin titled Wild Grows the Heather in Devon. I expected it to be a fast read, but in fact it is not. The subjects and questions the characters discuss give the feel of a theology book rather than a feel-good story. A bit of mystery surrounds the characters of a turn of the 19 century English family and the old great house.
Monday, August 19, 2019
Ah Mondays tend to be my day of the week I get the most done. Not today! I splurged on a trip into town for coffee and a sandwich. My head felt foggy. I hate feeling this way!!!! I decided not to dwell on that fact. After feeding the animals and working on small online projects I connected with my mom to plan the best way to get my purse back. We decided to meet in Goshen and included a visit with one of my aunts. We met for coffee and laughs at Burger King. Did you know they give seniors FREE coffee?
Before I left, I checked the mail and to my surprise I found a package containing the Patrick McAvinue CD I had ordered last Thursday. That arrived quickly! Want your own copy? Click here. Track # 11 made me want to get up and dance, thus it is my favorite of the 12. Along with the credits for each song you will find the inspiration behind its creation and/or why it made the cut. I thought that added a personal touch unseen in my experience.
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Awaking, I determined to make this a productive day. I went through my morning routine, checking and picking tomatoes before feeding chickens. The hot humid air found me grumbling to myself concerning the conditions. After lunch I washed eggs, and prepped for the market in Culver. Everything pointed to rainy evening and with a broken canopy I choose to stay home.
Checking the rain gage, I seen only 1 and ½ inches. I expected a higher amount based my perception of rainfall since last Wednesday. Truly that translated into 1 inch since I left the ½ inch in the gage.
Reading in the book I started Sunday, I realized I did not have a clue what ‘Heather’ looks like. I did a quick google search and learned it has potential health benefits, it is a flowering shrub, and I find it pretty. I hope to add it to CG Heartbeats Farm in the future.
To be honest, I chased off thoughts of frustration for not showing up at the market realizing the rain had dissapaited by 5 pm there was not rain in Culver. I went to work on my computer determined not to waste my time.
I recently set up an account one Me We, a newer social media platform said to be friendly to animal sales. Tonight, I created groups for the 3 breeds of chickens I raise here: Swedish Flower Hens, Silver Gray Dorking, (Dorking Chickens) and Lemon Cuckoo Niederrheiner. Are you on Me We? If so, be sure to look me up. (Maria Graber)
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
All of my activities prepared me to be on time to the Bremen Farmer’s Market and not be too exhausted when I arrived. As much as I love the markets, I often find myself tired when they are over. I have been writing out a list with times on it to help me stay focused and plan my day. I was inspired by the quick glance I was given at the mastermind meet up at Crystal Paine’s houses. While not utilizing every single day, I sure find the practice a benefit. I look back at the last 3 and ½ weeks since returning. I see how much I accomplished compared to July. I am thankful to be a part of Your Blogging University and the mastermind.
I am writing this diary post on Thursday, remembering yesterdays events. I drove to Midwest to pick up Non-GMO chicken feed and Safe Guard for Rosie. Rosie, a 24 year old mare, could tell countless stories on me of all the fun memories. Perhaps another day and blog post(s). Working to Keep a healthy weight on her includes a pelleted feed and extra hay, teeth maintenance and time out to eat grass. Despite these efforts, she continues to struggle. She likes to trot and be pushy. I take that to mean she likes living.
With the feed unloaded, and Rosie dewormed, I set to cleaning up garlic for the Bremen Farmer’s Market. I cut a few flowers for decorating the table. Cisco and Clinch, in the yard near my car, decided the flowers were food. ‘Not my bouquets, boys!!!’
The small market crowd provided a few customers. The heirloom tomatoes were a hit. I am partial to them, myself, this year.
Arriving home, I found myself busy moving the SFH broody to a tank. I hoped for the best. I was trying a new time of day to move a broody hen. Last event of the chores before going in. Check back next week to see if she stayed on the only 2 of 10 eggs that had a viable chick in them.
Once inside, I went through lockdown procedures for the 7 Lemon Cuckoo Niederrheiner/Swedish Flower Hen cross eggs. A bit of disappointment shot thru me. A couple of the eggs looked like the air cell was too big, indicating I needed to start the lockdown earlier. Nothing to be changed on this hatch, but a note to self for next time. Again, I decided to hope for the best. Look for updates on Facebook and Instagram or look for next week’s diary post.
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