I have a spider stick that I wave ahead of me as I walk! 😂 when I shift the cows in the morning. It (the stick) drives the dogs nuts though - they are like - for goodness sake - throw the damn stick already!!
There are some spiders in my yard that amaze me. They will start on the lowest limb of some of my biggest oaks, then go to another smaller tree limb that has to be over 10 feet away then back to the ground, making a very large triangle. They will weave for days filling in the middle. If I see them in time, I will dodge them while mowing, mostly because if you catch one it will get web over your whole body. You also stop the mower while doing "Kungfu" moves.
The gossamer spider webs weave a tale of perfect fabric and portray an environment in harmony. Woven by females they will catch their lot of insects. All part of the chain of life your care for the land is due to your heart and soul to share with the kin folk around you.
Thank you for sharing this little bit of your farm life. I am not a fan of spiders but it is incredibly impressive the webs they create. And thank you for the sheep pic. I do enjoy your sheep pics.
"the goal was always to first buy a farm—and then transform it into a conservation center"
Impressive mission Sam! 👏 Reading "From dirt to soil" opened my eyes to the huge importance of a regenerative farming paradigm. You are creating that reality.
I've consulted on the issue of "burnout", so hearing of your starting a full-time chef's job in addition to your farm work fills me with angst. But we do what we must, and I suspect you're up to it. Mainers are the best!
Thanks for your spider lesson. Our spider season has strands across our walking trails, where I've learned to take a long walking stick taller than my face. Just in case I don't see them in rime. ☝️
I have a spider stick that I wave ahead of me as I walk! 😂 when I shift the cows in the morning. It (the stick) drives the dogs nuts though - they are like - for goodness sake - throw the damn stick already!!
That's a fan-frkn-tastic idea!!! And I imagine Murphy will have the same issue lol..."I see you have a stick there...I also like sticks...."😆
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There are some spiders in my yard that amaze me. They will start on the lowest limb of some of my biggest oaks, then go to another smaller tree limb that has to be over 10 feet away then back to the ground, making a very large triangle. They will weave for days filling in the middle. If I see them in time, I will dodge them while mowing, mostly because if you catch one it will get web over your whole body. You also stop the mower while doing "Kungfu" moves.
Hahaha! "If you catch one it will get web over your whole body"... Totally legitimate reason to proclaim that area "Spider Territory"!!!
The gossamer spider webs weave a tale of perfect fabric and portray an environment in harmony. Woven by females they will catch their lot of insects. All part of the chain of life your care for the land is due to your heart and soul to share with the kin folk around you.
Exactly!!!🙌
Thank you for sharing this little bit of your farm life. I am not a fan of spiders but it is incredibly impressive the webs they create. And thank you for the sheep pic. I do enjoy your sheep pics.
Thank YOU, Wendy! I'll keep 'em coming!🙌
"the goal was always to first buy a farm—and then transform it into a conservation center"
Impressive mission Sam! 👏 Reading "From dirt to soil" opened my eyes to the huge importance of a regenerative farming paradigm. You are creating that reality.
I've consulted on the issue of "burnout", so hearing of your starting a full-time chef's job in addition to your farm work fills me with angst. But we do what we must, and I suspect you're up to it. Mainers are the best!
Thanks for writing and sharing your vision.
Thank you! Yes, I worry about the ramifications of taking off-farm work, too. Hopefully I don't have to do it too long.🤞
Thanks for your spider lesson. Our spider season has strands across our walking trails, where I've learned to take a long walking stick taller than my face. Just in case I don't see them in rime. ☝️