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« Reply #362 on: May 03, 2024, 01:58:42 PM » |
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I knew the grim reaper wasn't going to stay away from the farm long...
Mocha lost her white bull calf...
Honestly I really didn't think it was going to make it.
Well the Bears, 'yotes , buzzards , crows will be feasting for a few days ..
Everybody has to eat ..
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« Reply #363 on: May 03, 2024, 03:20:48 PM » |
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I knew the grim reaper wasn't going to stay away from the farm long...
Mocha lost her white bull calf...
Honestly I really didn't think it was going to make it.
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« Reply #364 on: May 04, 2024, 03:51:50 AM » |
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Yeah , it's all part of it.. Honestly ,still wouldn't trade it. For anything.  |
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« Reply #365 on: May 08, 2024, 04:02:00 AM » |
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Yesterday was a off day , looks like today will follow suit. Yeah, I think just doing what I must and a 2nd day of rest... This was my Saturday ! Man what a long bloody day.. All I did was lift and lug heavy ass bags in all stores today. 4 sacks of 80lbs with holes in them of quikrete, ya think one of them young MF that work in Lowes would help! NO F*cking way ~bastards ,They just stand around talking with each other playing pocket pool ! .. But I did get 75% off each bag..  AT first they were only going to give me 25% off , I told them NO way ! I worked my butt off over there.. I was back there for over an hour trying to wrap them up with the crap ya'll only had . That was like saranwrap ! And anyone who know concrete, once it hits saran wrap. That crap will NEVER stick back to it's self ever again ! IF I had known they wouldn't have sacks ! I would have brought my own ! And used empty feed sacks ! They normally give ya strong plastic bags for the stuff with holes.. But they were out. I also got 1/2 ton of feed first . so yeah I was tired before I even got to Lowes. And my temperament was short , to say the least . Yeah I'm going to be sore as hell come Monday/Tuesday... But I did get every thing I went out for ! Then on Sunday I rode... Only 60 miles, But I was checking out a few things. Monday 3 sacks of quikcrete went in 1 spot out side of a few shovels in the dump truck tire divots.. The tire divots I left room for black top.. For when I get some help.. I had to use the tractor , because I had to put the scoop under the tail gate of the truck, them busted up sacks would NOT take to carrying, it more of a lift and twist to scoop and drop. So pretty much had loose q.crete in the scoop. Worked out well.. When I swept the scoop out, that went into the tire divots. I didn't want any cement dust in the scoop. After one really good 1/2" rain, That I had to check the big area, while it had just slowed down to trickle. Just an over sized T, and my green army boots, and a broom. I walked down and fixed a little bit of what was trying to wash away. Then another storm but not a gully washer... Once it all stopped I took oleYeller a 5gal. bucket and my snow shovel.. Went farther down the driveway and grabbed 4 bucket loads of loose gravel and put it on top of the wet Q.crete.. And leveled that off.. Just got back from checking everything once again after this 3 rd storm.. It all looks good. I did save 1 sack.. For more fill ins.. I'm tired and back n shoulder says we need a break LOL . I told them not yet LOL Stuff is really greening up FAST now ! |
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« Reply #366 on: May 08, 2024, 03:15:02 PM » |
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That concrete work is well done. I have done a little but just the footers for the observatory and the house and the bricks for the observatory "shield wall". It takes some skill to get it done right. Sounds like you dd it right. And yes that as a lot of work.  |
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« Reply #367 on: May 09, 2024, 04:34:59 PM » |
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This is all I made this week... Mississippi Mud bars All from scratch.. The outside sandwich and mud..  And home made ch. Icecream  |
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« Reply #368 on: May 09, 2024, 04:55:32 PM » |
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« Reply #369 on: May 10, 2024, 04:24:21 PM » |
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Tracy. I avoid sugar , but I will make an exception as long as you have a black coffee kicker.
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« Reply #370 on: May 10, 2024, 05:10:55 PM » |
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I use Maple syrup and a touch of honey in my Ice cream  We are down to 48* already tonight they say maybe the 40's SO I brought the tender plants in. My house plants are NOT low so I left them out. Some of them maters are seeds I have been saving since the 80's ! A nice variety that can NOT be gotten anymore. I only grow open pollinated plants. Yes I save my seeds from the best looking fruit each year. and I grow many different . Heirlooms  I might even trim my fancy lettuce , come morning..  |
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« Reply #371 on: May 12, 2024, 06:01:17 AM » |
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Happy Mothers Day !!!!
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« Reply #372 on: May 12, 2024, 06:55:45 AM » |
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« Reply #373 on: May 12, 2024, 07:24:57 PM » |
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Happy Mothers Day!!!! Aww Thank You !! I had my dear friend call, this even and also wished me a HMD. He said you are like my GodMum... That really made my day... I rode today as well.. And Tilled both gardens again. Moved plants around To the other racks.. |
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« Reply #374 on: May 13, 2024, 03:59:19 AM » |
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How far are you from Wise,Virginia? Any chance you make an appearance at the Hillbilly run this month?
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« Reply #375 on: May 13, 2024, 06:40:21 AM » |
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It's not terribly far, around 100 +miles. But I couldn't spend the night. I guess IF I can get my ft. tire mounted before hand .. There is a Maybe... But No one would be around, as I would have to be there during the day ..  I have been thinking about it... |
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« Reply #376 on: May 13, 2024, 07:02:13 AM » |
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It's not terribly far, around 100 +miles. But I couldn't spend the night. I guess IF I can get my ft. tire mounted before hand .. There is a Maybe... But No one would be around, as I would have to be there during the day .. I have been thinking about it... Hmmmm, 100 miles, I’d be wary, you could have some drop in guests! Just kidding, wouldn’t be me as I probably won’t make it, but I bet many would like to see you drop in. |
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« Reply #377 on: May 13, 2024, 08:52:30 AM » |
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And it's all nice fun roads as well... I hope everyone checks out the WoodBugger in Norton... We checked him out in 2020 had a little picnic up in the park,... One of out last fun outings together  |
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« Reply #378 on: May 13, 2024, 04:22:36 PM » |
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That picture is worth a "caption this" contest. Meet my brother from another mother.  I'm very sorry for your loss Tracy. I'm now at a stage of life where a good number of friends and family are gone. The immortality of my youth is past. And I try hard to appreciate every day, one by one. I hope you do too. |
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« Reply #379 on: May 14, 2024, 08:48:51 AM » |
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It's not terribly far, around 100 +miles. But I couldn't spend the night. I guess IF I can get my ft. tire mounted before hand .. There is a Maybe... But No one would be around, as I would have to be there during the day .. I have been thinking about it... Tracy, Try to make it, several of us will be there, let us know and we'll hang around. |
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« Reply #380 on: May 14, 2024, 11:39:24 AM » |
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We took a road trip four or five years ago and one of the planned stops was Norton, VA. Found the WoodBugger by accident.
Now, each time we go through or near Norton, that is where we stop (two or three times since the first).
Tried to find some pictures of wife and friends with the WoodBugger but no luck so far. Know I have them.
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« Reply #381 on: May 14, 2024, 03:54:47 PM » |
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My yard is trying to kill me ... I have to use the mower as a weed whacker..  Yeah that's something I don't have!  This took me almost 3 hours !  And I did the other side as well and around the gardens.. Then for the next 1.5 h I got to ride the JD and did the rest of the yard.. All before the rain ! |
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« Reply #382 on: May 14, 2024, 06:30:45 PM » |
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Continually impressed with your skill sets and your endurance. Very impressive.
I no longer have a real lawn mover, just a zero turn mower and, or course, a weed whacker (which has been rebuilt a little but same old engine) which is 12 - 15 years old.
If I were going to do it again (and I sort of did) I'd get one of those convertible guys. You know the ones you can change the attachments on the drive system. I have on (forget the brand) that has a blower, a blade weed whacker, and a chain saw attachments. You can get an extension to allow you to use the chainsaw on higher tree limbs.
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« Reply #383 on: May 15, 2024, 04:08:35 AM » |
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I was thinking of " Greenworks pro" 80 v that would accept attachments.. But first I need to get them 2 Gas ones sold.. My bud took them to 'bama with him to clean up and sell.. Still waiting... So the 2 should buy 1... I just hope he sells them soon... |
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« Reply #384 on: May 15, 2024, 06:28:38 AM » |
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One of the tricks to cutting long grass/weeds is only do half or less the width of the mower. I learned this a long time ago.
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« Reply #385 on: May 15, 2024, 07:50:45 AM » |
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Another trick with tall grass-weeds is to cut once with the mower deck set high (all the way up), then again with it lower. Easier on the mower and you. And it only takes about as much time as cutting it short the first time. And you have to keep that deck underneath clean of clog. And make sure that blade bolt is tight. And wear shoes. |
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« Reply #386 on: May 15, 2024, 09:47:43 AM » |
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One of the tricks to cutting long grass/weeds is only do half or less the width of the mower. I learned this a long time ago.
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Stihl makes a good switchable tool power set
Yes never take full bites.. Don would weed whack this area sometimes. I always did it with the mower.. But I will NEVER let it go for 3 weeks with rain ever again.. And I wear leather army boots made in Italy. Green ! Sadley my cordless chain saws are both Greenworks, so I would like to stay that route.. Really don't need 20 million different batteries around.. As for the blade , Don was the last person to sharpen the blade, 2 yrs ago.. Yeah It's tight I bet on it... I use a stick to un clog the mower been mowing for 50+ yrs... My first mower was the rolling push clip mower. Then moved to a Horn eclipse I think that's what it was called it had a Giraffe in the logo.. MTD, and Honda.. That ya see in the photo .. I only use the honda for cut in and the stuff the JD can't do... The riders were Alis charmer, and now a JD (was a gift) from a GF that was moving. and didn't want to take it on her move. That was a great gift 2 yrs ago , as the AC had spit a rod out of the engine! 16 yrs back.. So for 15+ yrs I used only that little Honda to mow the whole yard. The handle was to low for Don, hell it's almost to low for me ! It can't be adjusted for some odd reason. |
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« Reply #387 on: May 15, 2024, 01:50:11 PM » |
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Well we have gotten 2" of rain in less than 24h . I just got back in from cleaning 3 clogged down spouts ! On my Fav A frame wooden ladder, she can just barely get me to the gutters. 2nd step from the tip top. I think she's a 6 or 7 footer.. And yes I make sure it's good and solid before I start up ... I even pull and herkie jerk on it just to make sure.. It is the only ladder I tryst .. Other than my Huge A frame one, that take 2 people to move. Honestly I would rather dangle my feet off a cliff than climb a ladder...  |
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« Reply #388 on: May 15, 2024, 02:39:43 PM » |
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Whenever possible, tie the top of the ladder to something, before any work. Esp if you have to stand on the top rungs.
I was up on a long extension ladder cutting a big limb off. The limb swung down hard and knocked the ladder out from under me. But it was tied to the tree on top, so even though my feet came off it, I could still grab on to it to avoid falling to the ground.
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« Reply #389 on: May 15, 2024, 05:03:50 PM » |
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« Reply #391 on: May 15, 2024, 05:27:38 PM » |
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I use A frame ladder when alone.. AKA Painter ladder I think is what it's really called.. It's like 80yrs old and solid. But easy for me to move alone . |
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« Reply #392 on: May 19, 2024, 12:30:20 PM » |
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As I have to do every year..
Fix my rain barrels..
When ever I get them down from winter storage I always manage to hit the Brass Hose Bibb Valve !
So I have to remove the bibb ,and re-silicone and Teflon tape.
But I need at least 70* and sun..
So today was that day...
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« Reply #393 on: May 20, 2024, 06:05:33 AM » |
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Hi L.D. You probably don't recall, but my wife and I met you and Don at one of the early Inzanes in Johnson City. Our deepest condolences to you. On a better note,we were headed to Bluefield from Winston Salem last weekend to ride UTVs, I saw the exit for Bastian and thought I know that from somewhere. Now I see where! Beautiful part of the country you're in. Hope things are going well on the farm...pretty impressive feat you're pulling off! Anyway, just sayin hi!
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« Reply #394 on: May 20, 2024, 06:14:58 AM » |
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Too bad ya didn't say any thing sooner..
Could have met up for coffee...
And Thank You . on all accounts.. Everyday is a bit of a struggle.
But I have been a farmer for over 50yrs.
Not really a sod buster. Livestock and gardens (farmer/rancher)
And I knew not to get you confused with my mate Chuck...
On 77 I'm the Rocky Gap ext...
The next 3 days are planting signs , so one more till later today, And prep the rows;
and tomorrow I start planting . Have about 300+ plants and seed to get in..
LOL that's a 3rd of what I normally plant.. I decided to take it easy this year. LOL
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« Reply #395 on: May 20, 2024, 06:26:17 AM » |
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We will definitely keep that in mind next time. My wife would love to talk shop with you. She's a nurse with a serious gardening problem!
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« Reply #396 on: May 22, 2024, 06:46:59 PM » |
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Long bloody day, I just hopped out of the shower.
Got 75 pepper plants in the ground 10 Tomatillo's. They are all caged too..
And some marigolds.
Never got the lettuce or Tomatoes in, or beans cabbage or onions..
Squash or Cucumbers..
I remembered why I hated that black fabric .. It takes for ever to plant with it.!
I did rake 3 more rows in the big garden. And got them covered with the black fabric..
Just so the soil stays fluffy... I hope
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« Reply #397 on: May 23, 2024, 11:50:20 AM » |
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Long bloody day, I just hopped out of the shower.
Got 75 pepper plants in the ground 10 Tomatillo's. They are all caged too..
And some marigolds.
Never got the lettuce or Tomatoes in, or beans cabbage or onions..
Squash or Cucumbers..
I remembered why I hated that black fabric .. It takes for ever to plant with it.!
I did rake 3 more rows in the big garden. And got them covered with the black fabric..
Just so the soil stays fluffy... I hope
Tully impressive. I just dug a couple of wheelbarrows of clay from a place my wife wants to plant some greenery. Still got many more to go. |
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« Reply #398 on: May 23, 2024, 03:06:55 PM » |
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I was hoping to make a surprise visit in Wise.
But that's just not going to happen .
Need to get more stuff in the ground and the next planting sign day is Sat !
You be careful with them wheel barrows !
If it starts to tip ! Just let it go !
BTDT with a load of wood sometime back.
It's best to pick the mess back up than to pull or strain something...
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They say heavy rain all-day. I have to get the truck out and get cardboard for the gardens. I use it in the walk ways..
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