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Darlene
Maine
Hi! I'm Darlene, mother of two, photographer, massage therapist, lover of all animals, homebody, independent woman who loves living along the coast of Maine.
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(((hugs)) you did the right thing, even though it was a very difficult thing. I had to do something very similar a few years ago, but it was with a baby Phoebe. There was a nest of 5 baby Phoebes. One had died in the nest, one fell and didn't make it. Two were very healthy and the 5th one had a strand of horse hair tied around it's leg, making it unable to walk. My daughter and I noticed that the mother was no longer feeding it. She knew instinctively that it wouldn't make it and that nature would take its course.
I knew I couldn't let it suffer but I couldn't do what you did in quite the same way. Instead I wrapped the baby up, put it into a small bag and rolled over it quickly with my car tire. I knew it didn't feel a thing and that it was quick.
I have a neighbor who has had to take care of a couple of my very sick chickens in the way that any farmer would. If I were the only one who was available to do it, I'm not sure I could. You are brave and did the honorable thing. Bless you.
beyond the fluff.....
This is one of those stories that I thought about not sharing here. It's sad. And hard. But you know.... there's a lot of us trying our hand at this backyard homestead thing and I think it's good to share our travels on this journey. Perhaps especially when it just plain sucks. I come from...
Loss is not an easy or joyful experience, and no matter how much we know it is a part of the circle of life, the pain and heaviness loss creates is no less.
It is good you are surrounded with the love and support of your family. Time does eventually mend our wounds, as longs as you fill your time with love.
xo
home......
Thank you so much for all of your sweet words about our friend. These last days have felt so heavy. I don't really know how else to explain it. I left the kids with family in New York and flew to meet Joe in Louisiana. We attended services for our friend and then drove north to collect our fa...
I am so so sad to hear this, Stephinie! Holding you in my thoughts, surrounding you and your family with healing prayers.
lost......
We've lost a very dear friend of ours unexpetedly. He was young, funny, handsome and very loved. I'm stepping away from this space for awhile to support my family. Please hold us in your thoughts and hearts. with love, stephinie
Yummy! Now I'm hungry but don't have time to bake right now!
gluten free blackberry banana bread
What is the weekend without a sweet treat? Look no further, this recipe is delicious. While we haven't uncovered any major issues with gluten in our house, I'm still convinced varying our grains is good for us. And once you start to crack the code for gluten free baking, those skills should n...
What a beautiful find! Yes, next time snacks and water! The end to your story made me smile :)
Wanna see my growing ducklings?
Ducklings, ducklings, DUCKLINGS!
getting out......
We found a really nice place to adventure just a few minutes from the house. Hiking in the woods is one of my favorite things to do.... even when the kids grumble or whine about being tired. There is something so good about getting out and pressing on. Feeling ...
Stephinie,
Here's a link to my friend who created an outdoor sanctuary for over 100 rabbits. She no longer has that many, but if anyone knows anything about rabbits, she does!
http://www.rabbitatsforhumanity.org/index.html
sorrel + lupine......
We have two very sweet and over the top cute new additions to the family. Sophie picked out the name Lupine weeks ago when we told her she could have a rabbit in the new house..... and Jade named the white one Sorrel. The girls in true kid fashion have spent the last week rese...
These bunnies are soooo adorable! I had bunnies once upon a time. I started out with a rabbit my friend gave me. He was an indoor rabbit, potty trained, a bit on the older side. I knew nothing about rabbits, and apparently she didn't know enough either. Less than a year after we inherited Ziggy, he died in my arms.
They have very sensitive digestive systems. The one thing I didn't know is they HAVE to have hay all the time. Lettuce is not good for them, especially in large quantities. It's important that they get plenty of room to run and play. They love to dig burrows so providing them with a big pen and a couple of bales of hay to make tunnels in is one way for them to live. I did that in the barn. The best thing to do if you can predator proof a place outside, is to create an outdoor pen with a rabbit hutch so they can be locked in that at night. They can withstand the New England winters as long as you provide them a place to get out of the wind, plus keeping their water freshened up because it will freeze.
But if you are keeping them indoors and letting them roam in the house, be prepared for a lot of gnawing. Provide them with sticks to chew on. They are like beavers in that their teeth continue to grow so they need to chew on things, which helps to grind their teeth down.
Good luck and enjoy those little loves!
sorrel + lupine......
We have two very sweet and over the top cute new additions to the family. Sophie picked out the name Lupine weeks ago when we told her she could have a rabbit in the new house..... and Jade named the white one Sorrel. The girls in true kid fashion have spent the last week rese...
Rachael, I just ordered my copy. Thank you! We live in Maine and I think it would be rare to have an F5 tornado tear through here, but we do get strong winds. Nothing even close to 200+ mph, but still I know what you mean about huddling in close with your children when a storm rages. My daughter is 18 and she still jumps into my bed if we have what we consider a strong storm.
Raising funds for Oklahoma.
The night before the storm in Oklahoma I could feel a frightening wind blowing through our valley. I pulled my children into bed with me because I couldn't sleep, an anxiety and fear wrapping around my heart. I was worried about them being across the hall if a big wind came and tore our hous...
Rainy Spring Week in Maine
Posted May 22, 2013 at Raven's Nest
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I LOVE your sunroom! I would live only in that room if I could. And all your little trinkets lined on the window sills are so pretty. It's perfect to have the toys in their as well. It looks like such a peaceful, happy room.
Such a rainy week we're having, but we oh so need it. Was going to do a photo session this afternoon but looks like it will be postponed till Friday, when we supposedly will have drier weather.
Hope you and your little one feel better soon!
welcome to the sunroom.....
Let's be honest. Unpacking sucks stinks. Add the regular tasks of full time mama, homemaker, homeschooler..... along with the added task of solo parenting make it even harder. For all you mamas (parents in general really) that do this solo full time, you have my utmost admiration. I hoped to fi...
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May 20, 2013
I love the glass balls and stones. Reminds me of when I lived in Washington state my sister and I would look for glass balls whenever we were at the ocean.
p.s. I have my ducklings! I put a couple photos on my blog :)
a little friday link love
Treasures in my window, a little sneak peek of the sunroom that is now mostly unpacked. I thought I'd pop in for a little Friday link love:: Have you seen this e-course for summer fun ideas with your kiddos? It looks wonderful. Super great line-up of contributors. I signed us up for both ...
What beautiful photos, especially the unfurling fern! There's nothing like fresh rain in the spring time, and this year it is so needed. You have a lovely patch of earth to call your home!
a rainy morning.....
I've been grateful for the rain that has come and gone and come again in the past few days. It's helped in the daily watering for the grass we're trying to grow out front. The house had a new septic put in right before we moved in, so the lovely grassy yard I saw i...
Duckling Love
Posted May 17, 2013 at Raven's Nest
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I love your new home, especially all the windows and wooden floors! It definitely takes forever and a day to unpack and settle in, but before you know it you'll be finished. Just do what you can, but save time to relax and breath.
slowly.......
My Aunt said she wanted to see some inside pictures of the house. This mostly means she wants to see my new kitchen. My Aunt & I are kindred spirits in this way. Food is love.... So really, these are for her. The glass french doors lead into a quirky little space that leads to ...
Happy Mother's day in your new home!! I hope you are taking a day to be pampered :)
to all the mamas.....
I can't even really put into words how much I love this picture. That's me on my second birthday..... and that is my mama..... a decade younger than I am right now. If love could be captured on film, it was here. That smile on her face...... it just gets me all choked up. Wishing all you ha...
I love the expression on both of their faces! This must be your moving truck. It will be fun unpacking and settling in. Just take breaks to enjoy your property when the task becomes unending :)
~mindful monday~
I think his face pretty much says it all...... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ mind.ful = conscious or aware of something Something that speaks to your heart and leaves you feeling beautiful...
Spring Has Settled into the Coast of Maine
Posted May 7, 2013 at Raven's Nest
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Yay, you are home!! How touching that the previous owner gave you welcome hugs. I'm sure it warms her heart to know a young family will love this place as much as she did. Can't wait to see photos of your new space. The few you included in this post show what a beautiful location you have found. Enjoy your settling in time!
home.......
The last week has been a roller coaster! Our closing kept getting delayed again and again...... all over a silly railing. Such an excersise in patience and letting go and just being where we were..... oh my! But just like things often do, everything worked out beautifully. The seller of the hous...
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