Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Snow Quiet
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http://www.homesteadblogger.com/morninggloryfarm Just after I finally shut down the computer last night, I remembered my promise to my dh. I'll admit I hesitated for a moment--the image of a warm bed beckoned me. Shaking the cozy thoughts from my head, I filled a gallon pitcher with water, tugged on a coat, slid my feet into my garden clogs, and headed for the hen house. I noticed some snowflakes falling as I went out into the yard. The "girls" were grateful for the drink of water before bed -- they let me know how they feel with these little, quiet clucks they make when they are enjoying themselves. I finished up and started for the back door. I was stopped in my tracks by the sound of ... nothing. So rare, as our property borders a county highway, the silence was amazing. The streetlight in the neighbor's yard that so annoys me when I'm stargazing illuminated the snow as it fell softly around me. After a moment of soaking in the silent beauty and the sub-freezing temperatures, I remembered that warm bed again. I went to double check the front door locks and the sight of the increasingly heavier snowfall caused me to pause and stare out the front door window. Only a passing big rig carrying the local variety of breakfast meats reminded me that the noise and busy-ness of the morning was just a few hours away. I reluctantly turned away from the view and the little girl wonder of a wintry night. As I walked to bed I thought of the sad truth that the beauty I'd witnessed tonight would be forgotten the minute I had to scrape the windshield tomorrow. That thought made me glad I'd taken the time to enjoy the small gift of "snow quiet." Praying you find a blessing hidden in your busy day,  P.S. The "girls" were less than enthusiastic about the snow this morning:   See how most of them are huddled against the hen house...  This one is a finger biter...I have to keep my fingers high on the gate when I close it or she takes a nip.  Some of the "girls" decided to venture out into the snow. |
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Posted by Friday, January 18, 2008 - luv the chicks :)
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