Right now we are down at my parents farm. 160 acres in southeastern Minnesota bluff lands, surrounded by state forest, overlooking cliffs and the mighty Mississippi. An ex- dairy farm, beautiful land. Supporting a small herd of cattle still, and many wild animals. Waiting for the birds to return, and calling me to rest. Right now it is about 10 degrees outside and snowing, hope we can make it down the hill in the morning.
I love it here. It is so familiar, and I am in constant wonder at the privilege we have to be able to be here, and share this magical land with my kids. Today we went ice skating on one of the three ponds on the farm. This one is the best. It is visible from the house, in an old cow pasture, surrounded by trees. Kind of picturesque. Sorry i don't have a picture. I'll get one. Promise.