Birchtree Farm

We now have our new Resolute Acclaim stove installed, as of yesterday. Here are some photos of the final stages of preparing the hearth area. The hearth floor - my first time laying tile. Not too bad, eh? The hardibacker cement board mounted… more »

Found this, called "The Ten Cannots" the other day: * You cannot bring about prosperity by discouraging thrift. * You cannot strengthen the weak by weakening the strong. * You cannot help little men by tearing down big men. * You ca… more »

It's been a busy month since my last entry. We've had folks visiting, helping with getting various things done like stacking wood, picking up apples, and painting the K-1 tank. We've sheared sheep, worked on the hearth, and of course, brought home a new… more »