Ramona GirlFarmer

The Tale of a Loyal Great Pyrenees and Her Goat Herd On a quiet farm nestled along rolling green pastures, Jill, the noble Great Pyrenees, reigned as the steadfast protector of her beloved goat herd. At twelve years old, her snowy fur has begun to show hints of wisdom in silvery threads, but her spirit is as strong as ever. Jill's pretty brown eyes sparkled with intelligence and warmth, especially whenever a new batch of bleating kids arrived in the small barn.   Baby goats w

Making homemade vanilla is super easy and tastes so much better than Imitation Vanilla Flavoring and costs less than most Pure Vanilla Extracts. Making homemade vanilla extract is a simple process involving just  two ingredients : vanilla beans and alcohol. The key to success is patience, as the mixture requires several months to infuse properly.  Ingredients & Supplies Vanilla Beans:  Use approximately 1 ounce (by weight) of Grade B "extraction" vanilla beans per 8 fluid oun

I finally got over to Walter Anderson's, since the seeds I started are very weak and spindly. Unfortunately they didnt have very much to choose from, and the six packs or individual plants were $5.99! So, I bought more seeds and started them in the greenhouse when I got home. Cabbage, Cauliflower, Butternut and Acorn Squash, plus some beets... coming soon!

The pigs are raised here on the farm. They are fed very well (including garden vegetables, weeds, and goats milk). The processed with...

From Seed to Table: Cultivating and Enjoying Zucchini in Your Home Garden Zucchini, scientifically known as Cucurbita pepo , is a beloved...

History, Significance, and Modern-Day Appeal (written with the help of AI)   Antique tractors, with their weathered paint and classic...

When the Zucchini starts coming out of the garden at a good clip, I shred it and put about 8 cups into a gallon freezer zip lock bag....

1 stick butter (1/2 cup) 2-1/2 C flour 4 tsp sugar 4 tsp baking powder 2 tsp salt 1-3/4 C Buttermilk Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Cut...

Reconnecting with Nature through morning meals. Introduction to Farm-to-Table Breakfast Farm-to-table breakfasts offer a delightful...

1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup white wine vinegar 2 oz. drained, diced pimentos 3 T. chopped fresh parsley 3 T. minced green onions 3 cloves...

This recipe from AllRecipes.com is delicious. The meat is tender and the sauce is very tasty. They suggest serving the dish with rice...

This beautiful layered salad looks great in a glass trifle dish, and tastes great in any dish! Cornbread: 1/4 cup unsalted butter...

Lemony Almond Green Beans! A new favorite side dish!

This time of year the garden is a bit neglected, more weeds than vegetables. But it is top of mind to get in there and clear out the...

The Great Pyrenees are celebrated for their unique role as guardians.

We call him Pharoah because of the way he swishes his orange cape around! Golden pheasants (*Chrysolophus pictus*), also known as Chinese...

The Silver Pheasant (*Lophura nycthemera*) is a striking bird known for its vibrant appearance, elegant plumage, and its association with...

I started last night and caught four. But, I have noticed ever since I added Jungle Fowl to my flock - they are much more wiley, and hard...

INGREDIENTS ·           1.5 cups apple sliced ·         1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries ·         1 navel orange ·         2 sliced...

Adding a chamber vac to the homestead has been a real game changer. I have been able to cut up fresh vegetables from the garden and...