Category Archives: Life On The Ranch

December

Well, it’s the most wonderful time of the year! December. The month that brings cold, hard reflection. Have I accomplished all that I set out to do? Did I keep those resolutions? Did I write that book? Did I lose those extra few pounds that have been hanging on like molasses in January. Have I…

Juniper Berries

green and ripe (purple) juniper berries off the tree.

One of the things I love about the ranch is the trees growing wild on it. They are what most refer to as scrub junipers. They dot the land like weeds here in Northen Arizona. But pruned back and thinned out a bit they add a nice landscape to the raw land.  One thing I…

Arizona! A working farm in progress

Welcome to Arizona sign that greets motorists at the borders of the state

After several years of hoping and planning and delays, we’ve finally made Arizona our home. As my customized sign says, “Dreams Come True Here”. I believe it. And, we’re going to make them happen. It all started one day at the food plant I managed. I was un-boxing a bunch of labels in the label…

Me and my MINI

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It’s hardly a secret that I love driving my MINI Cooper. I bought it so long ago it’s hard to think it’s not brand new any more. It’s a 2003 model that was built in September and delivered to me in late October. When you order a MINI they’ll even give you the date it…