Back Woods Farm

 With Earth Day this week lets talk about what we can do for our planet. Use a reusable water bottle and coffee cup. Keep your own coffee mug at work to use too. Remember to bring your own bags to the stores. You can also use those bags to bring items to work or the gym! Use reusable makeup wipes. I love my reusable makeup rounds I have a jar full of them and I even have some silky ones that feel so nice on my face. When they are dirty throw them in the wash and start all over again. Bring your own lunch to work, not only will this help save the planet but it will help save the money too.  Use reusable containers. I'm not going to tell you which container is better, that is your choice, but choose a kind you like and use them! Pack your own straw. We are coming into iced coffee season and although Starbucks does use sustainable straws, your own reusable straws will be even better.  Use both sides of the paper! Whether you are printing double sided or coloring use both sid...

This morning I awoke to a 'meep' out in the field. This sound always puts a smile on my face because it is funny sounding and the bird is also awesome. Do you know what bird I am talking about? An American Woodcock . I love this birds cheerful disposition about life and have spent many spring evenings chasing them into the dusk.  So let's talk about birds. If you have stepped outside in the morning you know spring is coming because of all the singing that is happening outside. Another way to tell that the seasons are changing is that the Dark-Eyed Juncos are back. These small dark birds are a sure sign of season change at my house because they only stop at my feeders on their spring and fall migration before continuing on.  But how else are the birds telling us winter is over? Many know of the American Robin  being a sign of spring when we start to see them in March. Yes, it is always exciting to see the robins back on that bare patch of grass, but it isn't that they ...

      I am not perfect and even though I think these dog items are a must have and must use, I don't use them all, all the time. But listed below are things that should become common practice in all our lives. Don't worry they are easy! A 5ft leash - There are plenty of leashes to choose from in this category, but my favorite is this thick kind with some foam on the handle to help with human hand pain. I also like leashes that have an extra loop closer to the dog. I use that extra loop kind when I have to walk my dog through crowds, otherwise I use the other kind.  A Long Leash - There are times when you have to follow a leash law but you want your dog to have some freedom. A long leash (15ft- 21ft) is also a great tool to have when you are working on recall with your dog.  Teach your Dog to Come- Speaking of recall teach your dog to come! I can't stress this enough. Your dog knowing the command come can save their life, keep them from running off, and make you...