I started a little early spring clean-up down at the coop today. Also, a little maintenance, like replacing the water bar that feeds a constant supply of clean water in from our rain barrel for the girls. It’s been out of commission after developing a crack during the winter freeze, and I’m not a whiz at fixing this kind of thing, so it’s going to take me a couple of tries to get it just right. But I did have the chance to get a few great photos while working to share with you tonight.
I just always love this, Joyce! A glimpse into your "other" -- and normal! -- life. And, a recipe! My mint is just coming in too and I know what I'll do tomorrow. Along with my postcards.
Thanks as always for your wisdom and keeping us so well informed on all the legal goings on. Your ability to give context and insight is invaluable.
Your perfect combo of legal expertise, ability to explain it to the “every person “, and grounded family farm knitting routines are a refreshing delight.
If the USA and I get thru this year in one piece, I’ll be forever gratified you, Weismann, Simon Rosenberg and “Letters from an American” for getting me thru it informed and still sane!!!
Having a friend in Harpswell ME with 10 hens turned me on to the joy, delight, fresh egg omelets and entertainment of their company and companionship !!
Trust Anyone who tends to chickens.
Btw, 80% of households in the US kept chickens into the 50s and 60s...
Finally, just plain thank you Miss Joyce, for reminding us that we are all humans.
It's especially sweet to read about the blend of country-changing news that you explain so well and the everyday moments that maintain the coop or make the best tea. It's the combination that makes reading your Substack the joy that it is, Joyce. Thanks for sharing with this community!
In my own Substack post which comes out on Sunday morning, I take readers behind the scenes to hear the conversations and negotiations that Trump Wprld has been having this week as he squirms to come up with his NY bond money. I'd love for folks to check it out tomorrow!
I love your chicken stories accompanied by your photos. In the midst of the complexities of all the legal stories you follow, analyse and interpret for us you tend your chickens and your garden, you knit, and you make a refreshing mint tea with ginger and Earl Grey. Thank you for taking us into your backyard and your daily life which unfolds in such a grounded and lovely way. I’m grateful. ❤️
You're pullin' way head of me Joyce, and I'm retired! Cecile Richards is on top of the whole deal. Great questions, great answers. My tea of choice is mint from the garden and good organic ginger from the expensive joint, but big, fat and worth it. My neighbor next door owns a nursery down the hill and says to just plant big organic ginger root in the garden and it will take off and no more buying it. Enjoy your tea. Cheers!
Joyce: can you pass on my message and suggestion to Cecile that PP should sponsor along with other groups a nationwide March to protect reproductive rights ON LABOR DAY in DC and in every state capital???
I really enjoy pictures of your chicks & you! Looking forward to tomorrow's week ahead column - another "crazy" one for sure! The House R's are off so it looks like we may avoid some of their unproductive madness, but they really don't do anything meaningful any longer anyway. (Insert eye roll emoji here.) Sleep well!
I love your chickens so much. In a time when the whole world seems to be falling apart at times, they (and particularly Leeda today) fill me with joy and my whole body relaxes. Thank you for sharing them - and their beautiful eggs!
How wonderful to hear about your chickens and other home projects! The contrast with Trumpian chaos is staggering! There is much joy and beauty in this life. We can’t forget that, can we? With gratitude for all you do, Joyce…….
I just always love this, Joyce! A glimpse into your "other" -- and normal! -- life. And, a recipe! My mint is just coming in too and I know what I'll do tomorrow. Along with my postcards.
Thanks as always for your wisdom and keeping us so well informed on all the legal goings on. Your ability to give context and insight is invaluable.
Joyce
Your perfect combo of legal expertise, ability to explain it to the “every person “, and grounded family farm knitting routines are a refreshing delight.
If the USA and I get thru this year in one piece, I’ll be forever gratified you, Weismann, Simon Rosenberg and “Letters from an American” for getting me thru it informed and still sane!!!
Happy weekend; thank you so much for taking time to do this for your readers. Hopefully next week the chickens will begin to come home to roost.
Love the girls! Such a needed break from the rest of the news. Love you, too, Joyce! Thanks for keeping us truthfully informed.
Having a friend in Harpswell ME with 10 hens turned me on to the joy, delight, fresh egg omelets and entertainment of their company and companionship !!
Trust Anyone who tends to chickens.
Btw, 80% of households in the US kept chickens into the 50s and 60s...
Finally, just plain thank you Miss Joyce, for reminding us that we are all humans.
Alan South of Boston
It's especially sweet to read about the blend of country-changing news that you explain so well and the everyday moments that maintain the coop or make the best tea. It's the combination that makes reading your Substack the joy that it is, Joyce. Thanks for sharing with this community!
In my own Substack post which comes out on Sunday morning, I take readers behind the scenes to hear the conversations and negotiations that Trump Wprld has been having this week as he squirms to come up with his NY bond money. I'd love for folks to check it out tomorrow!
I love your chicken stories accompanied by your photos. In the midst of the complexities of all the legal stories you follow, analyse and interpret for us you tend your chickens and your garden, you knit, and you make a refreshing mint tea with ginger and Earl Grey. Thank you for taking us into your backyard and your daily life which unfolds in such a grounded and lovely way. I’m grateful. ❤️
You're pullin' way head of me Joyce, and I'm retired! Cecile Richards is on top of the whole deal. Great questions, great answers. My tea of choice is mint from the garden and good organic ginger from the expensive joint, but big, fat and worth it. My neighbor next door owns a nursery down the hill and says to just plant big organic ginger root in the garden and it will take off and no more buying it. Enjoy your tea. Cheers!
Joyce: can you pass on my message and suggestion to Cecile that PP should sponsor along with other groups a nationwide March to protect reproductive rights ON LABOR DAY in DC and in every state capital???
I really enjoy pictures of your chicks & you! Looking forward to tomorrow's week ahead column - another "crazy" one for sure! The House R's are off so it looks like we may avoid some of their unproductive madness, but they really don't do anything meaningful any longer anyway. (Insert eye roll emoji here.) Sleep well!
I love your chickens so much. In a time when the whole world seems to be falling apart at times, they (and particularly Leeda today) fill me with joy and my whole body relaxes. Thank you for sharing them - and their beautiful eggs!
How wonderful to hear about your chickens and other home projects! The contrast with Trumpian chaos is staggering! There is much joy and beauty in this life. We can’t forget that, can we? With gratitude for all you do, Joyce…….
Just what I needed to hear on this Saturday night.
If you get an impotent, orange rooster for your hens to torment, let us know.
Hey girl! Seeing your Chief's shirt was a pleasant surprise! Thanks for all you do, it makes a difference!
Love the pictures and the recipes sound great.
It is always a delight when you share a little bit of Joyce's world with us. Thank you. And that iced tea looks fabulous!
Peace