Monday, April 26, 2010

Evolving ideas


Spring, looking Southeast

Although it was disappointing to discover the original, 1st choice farm property had numerous encumbrances, easement issues and colossal utility development costs ( which wouldn't have mattered since easements were being barred by unwilling country neighbors) I continued to look. And, found this, a beautiful piece of land in Bethel Valley, NC. The land, 9.75 acres includes two, converging springs, a antique house and barn, apple trees and incredible views. And, the utilities are already on the land. I will build a small house and renovate the antique house for passing friends.


Snow, looking South.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Birth of a Pineapple



This little pineapple pup arrived early last week. After 18 months this is our first. It's about 1" tall, but we can already tell it'll be a whopper!

Thursday, April 1, 2010

On Becoming a Bean