2019-07-05 17:51
Peace Like a River by Leif EngerThis may be my best book of 2019, although I'll reserve judgement for awhile in case I come across something better. It's possible, but I loved the lyrical wr… Read More
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...and Down a Crooked Road
2017-11-20 02:15
I received an ARC of this book from St. Martin’s Press through NetGalley.As a native of the Appalachian mountains, I can be very critical and ultra sensitive to novels that portray the… Read More
2017-11-20 02:13
Woodwalker by Emily B. MartinAt one time in my life, I loved fantasy fiction and devoured every book in the genre that I could get my hands on. It has been a long time since I delved into th… Read More
2017-11-15 18:56
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an unbiased review. An intriguing, fun read that turned out to be an emotional roller coaster ride with action, science, magic… Read More
2017-11-09 18:45
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an unbiased review. This fictionalized account of the friendship between Mary Pickford and Frances Marion was both fascina… Read More
2016-12-28 16:34
Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. VanceThe young writer brought up some very interesting points about the economic and social situation in America's Rust Belt but very few answers as to how to deal w… Read More
2016-08-10 20:06
Completed Quill ShawlIt took awhile but I finally completed the Quill Shawl, pattern by Jared Flood. I have to say that the finished shawl is as wonderful as I expected and I think… Read More
2016-07-20 19:56
Painting the French doorsThe angoras have been here since last September, living in a barricaded section of my carport. It was a busy spring and started into a busy summer, but I had to set… Read More
2016-06-08 17:44
Goat Girls Just Want to Have FunThe big excitement here on Squirrel Spur this past few weeks has been all about the goat girls and the impending births of their little ones. We were all coun… Read More
2016-05-11 19:33
Rhododendron blooming at Greenberry House We've been having a typical mountain spring this year. Early in the season it was warm but we've had several cold and rainy days since. People… Read More
2016-04-22 19:22
Forsythia in bloom It seems like it has been a long winter, but really we haven't had much bad weather or snow up here on the mountain. It was lovely to see the warm weather finally arr… Read More
2015-09-01 12:48
But I do have a new project! Check out our podcast, about knitting, books, postcards and life in Meadows of Dan! Read More
2015-06-05 18:09
Greenberry House, home at last on Squirrel Spur RoadI am so very, very happy to have the shop settled in my old house on Squirrel Spur Road. If you have been following this blog these many y… Read More
2015-03-29 15:00
100% Wool Batts from hand dyed and hand carded local wool75% wool, 25% bamboo hand carded, hand dyed battAnd in between trying to tend to Dad and keep enough stuff on eBay to pay the bills… Read More
2015-03-05 14:58
Hand dyed bulky wool yarnPeople have been asking about price of the yarn and other items lately. Fair pricing is an issue that most artisans find complicated. As hard working people with lim… Read More
2015-02-20 14:53
Snowy woodsWe've had some very cold days this year but yesterday we finally got more than a couple of inches of snow. Not nearly as much as forecast but six inches of lovely fluff is plenty… Read More
2015-02-12 14:15
Our young hensI've always loved chickens. My grandmother had chickens when I was small, although I don't really remember much about them. She got one especially pretty flock when a box of ch… Read More
2015-02-04 00:41
Greenberry HouseThese long silences on the blog embarrass me. I have no excuse; except that it seems that regularly my life gets turned upside down while I'm not looking and I get blindsided… Read More
2015-02-04 00:15
Sebastian, Hand dyed clouds of carded Tunis woolI am in hopes, after such a long winter, that spring is finally coming to Squirrel Spur Road. Things have been busy; with one thing and anothe… Read More
2014-03-11 12:14
Spinning Retreat at Hawks Nest State Park, West Virginia The cycle of the year is continuing with days filled with lots of work, sunshine, walking dogs and tending chickens. We to… Read More
2014-02-14 14:15
Snow Days on Concord RoadTwo days of snow in Meadows of Dan resulted in 22 inches in our sheltered nook on Concord road. The wind blew during the storm and there are some drifts that are muc… Read More
2014-02-11 21:35
Proud KnightleyThe forecast is for snow tomorrow. Despite our bitterly cold temperatures, we haven't had a significant snow event, as they call it these days. The wood pile is covered and th… Read More
2014-01-28 13:34
Hand spun worsted weight Texel wool yarn And at last I have been spinning. Winter is halfway over and I really need to have some new yarns to sell this year at the shop. I don't think I… Read More
2014-01-16 16:33
Snow in Meadows of DanWe finally had some snow yesterday afternoon and into the evening. Not a lot but by the middle of January we have often had a good bit more snow than we've seen this ye… Read More
2014-01-08 21:24
Ice along Concord CreekLike most of the rest of North America, Meadows of Dan saw some bitter temperatures and high winds yesterday. I watched the thermometer drop to nine below zero through… Read More
2014-01-05 16:15
Cozy friends on a foggy, rainy and cold winter mountain dayA chilly and rainy Sunday morning, with friends below the mountain reporting icy roads and treacherous driving conditions. Not a pr… Read More
2014-01-05 15:53
Buff Orpingtons enjoying an afternoon of freedomMaking sure that animals are properly cared for during the winter can be challenging. Especially when that care involves a walk of nearly a mi… Read More
2013-12-30 13:41
Knightley and the chickensWe had a hard rain Saturday night and into Sunday morning here on the mountain. Since dogs still have to be walked no matter what the weather, I wrapped up in my kn… Read More
2013-12-28 14:26
Walking Concord Road in WinterYesterday after spending the morning doing the work that I hope will bring in cash for keeping a roof over our heads and for dog food, I went up to the shop to… Read More
2013-12-27 15:52
Chickens grazing, from an earlier date when we were working on the pen.The sky was amazing this morning when we went out for our walk, a little later than usual because of the cold. Not a cl… Read More
2013-12-27 15:05
Knightley and Emma at the chicken yardThe regular chores of taking care of animals is generally a peaceful time. Getting up early to tend the fire and prepare the dog's kibble, enhanced with… Read More
2013-09-08 13:24
Greenberry House Yarn, Books and CollectiblesMeadows of Dan, VirginiaWe did it! After three long weeks of hard work and a LOT of help from some great friends… Read More
2013-07-12 21:59
Our dearest Merike Saarniit is leaving Meadows of Dan and moving to Florida into a smaller home. We will miss her so much but our loss is your gain as she asked us at Greenberry House to h… Read More
2013-06-23 13:04
Summer is here and how did that happen? Days are just flying by and it seems that sometimes I forget to come up for air. But there are walks and good times with friends and a new gathering p… Read More
2013-04-27 14:00
Beautiful young Buff Orpington hens (and one Roo-fus) So much busyness going on lately! In January some friends hinted at the fact that they would like to club in with me and get some c… Read More
2013-03-21 15:28
Lily Lily Springer Shelor, age 15 and 10 months, of Meadows of Dan died Thursday, March 21, 2013 after a short illness. She was born in May of 1997, birthplace unknown… Read More
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