Adventures Of Our Life!

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 Went out to do chores this morning on the farm. Looked up through my sleepy eyes to see this view. Beautiful moon. Canon PowerShot SX 50 HS 12.1 Mega Pixels 50 Optical Zoom Full HD Took each picture in stages of zoom Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

14   Now therefore  fear  the  LORD,  and  serve  him in  sincerity  and in  truth:  and put  away  the  gods  which your  fathers   served  on the other  side  of the  flood,  and in  Egypt;  and  serve  ye the  LORD. 15   And if it seem  evil  unto  you  to  serve  the  LORD,   choose  you this  day   whom  ye will  serve ; whether the  gods  which your  fathers   served  that were on the other  side  of the  flood,  or the  gods  of the  Amorites,  in whose  land  ye  dwell : but as for me and my  house,  we will  serve  the  LORD.  Joshua 24:14-15 Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

Thank you, Shirley! Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

 Lambs are ready for your flock. 4 ram lambs and 4 ewe lambs.(first pic is the rams, 2nd and third are the ewes) Born in April and June(1st weekend). Asking $100 each (last pics are their dad and their moms) St. Croix Commercial grade (Moms and Dad are known to come from papered stock that was not kept records on for years) Thank you for looking (573)783-4571 No Text .... crossposted   Lambs are about 65-75lbs. Priced to what they would bring at auction. Moms were purchased from reputable folks this last year and Dad was purchased from reputable folks as well. All raised from 3-5 mos old lambs this last year here on this farm. Been on a program with feeding/worming that brings out a healthy flock. No issues here. Farm registered with USDA scrappie program.   Lambs finish with a minimal amount of fat and have a small bone to fat ratio. Meat is lean and without the tallow taste, as well as naturally low in cholesterol. Flavor and aroma is described as...

I have been approached by a few folks who have asked if I am going to write another book. Anxiously awaiting the answer with smiles on their faces, I reply with "Well, I am thinking about writing another come this winter when things slow down." Oh good can't wait to read it! I am shocked at how many folks "loved" reading my book. All I can say is how much I appreciate the genuine positive response to my writing. It is a weird feeling having "book fans" too. Weird!! I have worked so hard to get myself out of the limelight and fold back into my shell. Now the exposure is putting me right back out there again. I keep telling myself "God has a plan" and I asked for his direction! Be careful what you ask for!! I have been touched by the folks who have come out of the woodwork to express their feelings to me by email, cards and in person. I am so grateful for all your support and understanding. Most who read it, tell me about something in my...

Thanks to all who took the time to say a little something about Lyfa. I sure miss the ol' gal but am glad she is no longer in pain. On with todays post: Ecclesiastes 3:20-21 Amplified Bible (AMP) 20  All go to the same place. All came from the dust and all return to the dust. 21  Who knows if the spirit of man ascends upward and the spirit of the animal descends downward to the earth? Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

Here on the farm there are those times that I abhor!! Today is one of those times. My mare, Lyfa went to the other side today. Breaking my heart to write this post, even so, you can imagine what a mess I was out in the field saying my goodbyes to her. I think she knows her last day is here. That is why I came back to the house while he digs a hole for her. Gosh it is sooooo hard to say goodbye to my friend. She has been there for me through a lot of crud in my life. I was given her, back in 2000 after training with her for about a year. She was green broke when they bought her and asked me to train her. She and I bonded from the get-go! She learned to trust me and would do anything for me. When I was having a bad day she would lay her head on my shoulder while I cried....She was an awesome companion for a lot of years! She traveled with me everywhere! I loaded her up in the trailer and away we went to wherever the wind would blow us! She was born 5/6/1992. She lived wit...

Well, this year has not been the best year we have had in regards to our garden. Between our busy schedule with my book release, Mountain Man's change of employment, weather patterns and many more factors, our garden has suffered for sure! The garden got over run with weeds this year. But regardless of all the weeds we did manage to get some goodies out of the garden. Potatoes we picked today....not sure if you recall but we did the ^^^ mulch/hay method (lay potato starts on top of the ground and cover with mulch...no till) for the most part they were laying on top of the dirt just under the surface of the mulch/hay. Got one heaping (5 gallon) bucket this year versus in ground growth last year of two buckets. Additionally we picked cantaloupe, tomatoes, cucumbers, yellow squash, green beans(what rabbits didn't eat) and acorn squash. It has turned off hot again but the fall season is showing in the trees. So onward we go! Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masters...

Oh, I am so excited! Those who have been waiting patiently for the E-Book version of my book will be glad to know that it is now available. Amazon-  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GBF47B2 Barnes &Noble-  https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-heart-in-pieces-me-masterson/1128786217?ean=2940161818244 Look for hardcopy/paperback in your country here:  https://memasterson.wordpress.com More options will be available soon! Keep ya updated! Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

3  I thank my God in every remembrance of you,  4  always offering every prayer of mine with joy [and with specific requests] for all of you,  5  [thanking God] for your participation  and  partnership [both your comforting fellowship and gracious contributions] in [advancing] the good news [regarding salvation] from the first day [you heard it] until now.  6  I am convinced  and  confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect  and  complete it until the day of Christ Jesus [the time of His return].   Philippians 1:3-6 Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson All Photographs Copyright © 2018 M.E. Masterson

I looked back through my posts and realized I have not done a tutorial on canning tomatoes. Lots of records but no teaching posts. Well, that is about to change!! I pressure can all my tomatoes except salsa. Water bath canning is done but I choose to pressure can as the time is shorter than water bath. Ok let's get this party started! Review the process in your book (if you do not have one please get one Blue Book guide to preserving-Other known as my canning bible). Also, go to your nearest County Extension Office for more helpful info on your area canning guidelines. Fantastic source of info!! Next prepare your jars (wash), lids (rinse), rings(wash) (all of these can be washed in dishwasher too). Take a clean pot add your lids and rings that you will need for your first canner full (7-8sets). Then turn on your burner on low....do not boil your lids... today's lids cannot withstand the boiled hot water. Just bring to a simmer then shut off. Rinse your c...