I am gathering gear and materials to head out to Little Eorthe tomorrow.  I get to stay out at the farm for a full 24-hours for the first time.  The forecast is for rain, rain, rain, but I will work and sleep inside the barn with the llamas and sheep.

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The materials I will work with include sticks/branches, stones, feathers, wool, water, dirt and other sundry items.  I will also get to work with Carrie doing farm stuff/whatever the day calls for.  I am a little daunted by the cold and wet, but equally excited to have so many hours of uninterrupted work time and to camp with the animals.

I am pleased to begin real work on the farm.  I am also pleased to welcome this new season – to shake hands with winter and finally get aquainted.  I typically try my best to hide from winter cold.  My normal way of being is under wraps indoors restlessly waiting for spring, or I get out of town.  Occasionally I wander out to play in the snow or go for walks, but it’s not a comfortable time for me.  This year I am doing things differently.  This year I am acutely aware of the quiet life being forged just beneath my feet.  Literally.  Giant, ancient forces are working on tiny lives in the security of the dark underground.  This year I am paying attention.

I will report what I see and do over the weekend.  Thanks for visiting.