Tag Archives: Traverse City
#94 Have a Date Night With my Hubby Every Month
Mr. Hippie doesn’t like to run. Or hike. Or read. Or, do a lot of the things that I enjoy. He doesn’t hang out with me at derby. Mr. Hippie does like to watch TV. And play video games. And … Continue reading
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March Charcutepalooza: Brining
Once again, Mr. Hippie wholeheartedly participated in this month’s challenge. It would seem that if it involves meat, he’s onboard. I couldn’t decide what to brine this month, so I tried a couple of different things in basically the same marinade. … Continue reading
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Why Have I Been So Busy Lately?? Part 1 ~ The Coop Loop
As I have gotten older, I have found myself getting involved with more things. Only natural, right? I’ve collected new hobbies and new friends, and along with them, more responsibility. I’d stop volunteering for committees and boards, but I really … Continue reading
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Random Drivel
If you are a regular reader, you have by now realized that I’ve been on a little hiatus. Things are getting a little crazy around here and I haven’t had much time to devote to a “real” post. The craziness … Continue reading
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Traverse City’s Most Famous Chickens
I’m joking, but only a little. Yesterday I overheard a familiar face at the Farmers’ Market say, “She has the most famous chickens in town.” The ladies have already made the Northern Express and will soon be featured in Traverse … Continue reading
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Chicken Run
Okay, so really it’s a chicken tractor, but look what hubby built me today: Isn’t it amazing? The traditional anniversary gift for twelve years is silk and linen, but I’m diggin’ pvc and chicken wire. Now my dear Molly (and … Continue reading
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Got Chickens??
Last September, Traverse City joined a number of forward thinking communities that allow city residents to raise chickens. To celebrate, I’m joining a few other city chicken farmers and chicken enthusiasts to plan Traverse City’s first Tour de Coop. Imagine, a … Continue reading
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Dark Days Week Thirteen?? (or, No More Roosters in the Henhouse)
This week was an incredibly busy week for me. To begin the week I had a late meeting Monday evening after school. On top of that, the second fundraiser for the Family Wisdom Conference was Thursday night and I had … Continue reading
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