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Light In the Mist
by Krista | Jun 17, 2014 | Winter
“Like a wild animal, the soul is tough, resilient, resourceful, savvy, and self-sufficient: it knows how to survive in hard places. I learned about these qualities during my bouts with depression. In that deadly darkness, the faculties I had always depended on...
Little Things in the Woods and Winter on the Farm
by Krista | Jun 16, 2014 | Winter
Winter is truly here with icy winds and frosty mornings. I love it. Until this weekend I was still wearing flip-flops and sundresses, but now it's time to truly bundle up and luxuriate in all things cozy and warm. It's been a busy time on the farm as we welcome 8 new...
A Simple Medieval Lunch
by Krista | Jun 13, 2014 | Winter
One of my favorite things about medieval encampments is wandering around the various camps to see what they ate during their time in history and their part of the world. I was amazed to learn that there were no potatoes, tomatoes, or peppers in Europe during medieval...
Medieval Breakfast and Campfire Fry Bread
by Krista | Jun 12, 2014 | Winter
Early morning is my favorite time at our medieval camp. I love stepping out of our Bedouin tent into the misty dawn, pulling my scarf tight around my shoulders against the chill. My friend Ann is always up early with me and our first order of the day is building a...
A Medieval-ing I Go
by Krista | Jun 5, 2014 | Winter
I woke up this morning feeling so much better after a ghastly virus that knocked me flat this week. I'm so thrilled because tomorrow Bear and I leave for History Alive where we will meet up with our medieval group, Blackwolf, for four days of medieval camping, eating,...
Keep Looking
by Krista | Jun 4, 2014 | Winter
“Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery.” J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Sometimes life comes along and says, "OK, luv, it's time to hibernate for a little while and do some work in that...
My Winter in Black and White
by Krista | Jun 2, 2014 | Winter
Winter arrived yesterday with a shivery morning and an afternoon so gloriously warm and sunshiny that we had lunch outside with dear friends. I wish I could share pictures of the brilliantly blue sky, lush, vibrant blossoms in my garden, and sunlight glittering on the...
Be Your Own Sunrise
by Krista | May 26, 2014 | Autumn
“Starting the day - Another chance to be new again. How many of us still wish for that? To be your own sunrise. To awaken like a prayer - both solemn and joyful at still being alive.” Carew Papritz I had to return to the hospital this week and will again as soon as...
Sunrise in the Bush and Black Currant Porridge
by Krista | May 24, 2014 | Autumn
There are some moments of beauty on our farm that are so magical they stop me in my tracks. This was one of those moments. I was taking the early morning shift feeding the goats and got to witness the sun rising through the bush, turning the dark, shadowy places into...
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