M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 24, 2009, 5:59 am
It is now a well established fact that I can't sew. Nor can I knit or crochet. I can do some pretty cool stuff with metal wire however, and we will get to that later. I can also tat a bit. But I k...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 23, 2009, 8:11 am
We all seem to know that one hippy child in our lives. The one that would love a good pair of patched jeans. However I don't have one of those kids in my life right now, instead I have a goth or t...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 20, 2009, 6:03 am
It seems a little early to be talking about Christmas, as it isn't even Thanksgiving yet. But when you make almost all your own gifts, you have to start early. So starting next week, I will start ...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 19, 2009, 8:56 am
Remember these two? On the left is Winston. On the right Winona Winston seems to believe that these twigs protect him from me. And is this not the face of true bliss? Urth is happily mowing down the...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 17, 2009, 10:08 am
Outside, underneath the spigot attached to the house, is an old metal wash tub. We usually keep this full of water for the dogs. Sam however has discovered it. I don't know if you want to call it ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Nov 16, 2009, 8:36 am
Bubbleman was 32 years old when he died. He barely fit into the stereotypical biker facade. He was, as my ol man puts it, A daddy that rides. albeit hairy, dirty and rough looking daddies. Bubbleman h...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 16, 2009, 8:24 am
I have been purposely staying away. Not that I don’t like you, it is the stench of failure that I can’t seem to scrub off of me that keeps me from approaching. I have tried specialized soaps, and ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Nov 15, 2009, 9:13 am
There are a lot of stories out there, and I thought I would bring you some of the stories about my riding buddies. Even in Podunk Kansas, life as a biker can be a little unnerving. So here you are, fo...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Nov 9, 2009, 6:20 am
One of Large's friends came over fr a visit the other day. As I stood on the front deck and explained to him that Large was away, I saw that the friend neglected to shut the gate. :"Hurry, go shu...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 30, 2009, 9:56 am
Medium's custom costume is looking more like John Marek rather than a scarecrow. I wonder if I should just have him walk around all night yelling, "I'm not an animal! I am a human-being!" My ...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 29, 2009, 6:14 am
The combination of my love of horror movies and the fact we live in the boonies, makes for some interesting conversations around here.Depending on the age of the child dictates which movies they get t...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 28, 2009, 6:35 am
"MOM! Athena Brought a snake in!" Small my youngest was hollering through the house. I walked into the kitchen to see our calico cat with a mouthful of snake. "What kind is it, mom." A Garter snake. ...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 27, 2009, 7:16 am
I can 't find the treat, so it must be a trick, husband has Saved by the Bell on. hhmmm. . . I'll figure this out. Good neighbor came over yesterday to show me how to trim up the goats hooves...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 26, 2009, 9:24 am
The week of Halloween. I think we live for this week around here. Wonderful autmun weather, horror movies and plenty of gore. This week we make our costumes and plot our trick or treating course. I th...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 24, 2009, 8:02 am
Say it. Say it loud, sy it fast, say it slow, say it soft. That was fun, I know I enjoyed it. Prick-E-gnu isn't a common talked about pepper, go ahead, you can go search for it, you won't get...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 21, 2009, 8:12 am
Don't. Winter is a great time to get your must have customizing or time consuming repairs done. Some of the things that wrenches like to see coming into the shop at this time are top in rebuilds...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 21, 2009, 7:16 am
I have incredible news, someone informed me that I was a honky and involved in an incestuous relationship with my sister. Can you believe it!?! I have a sister! I never knew. Yesterday, with my favor...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 20, 2009, 8:25 am
You really need to show your motorcycles battery a bit of love. The worst thing for a battery is to be discharged and then get cold. For under $30 you can get a Battery Tender. Or for $85-$110 you c...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 20, 2009, 7:38 am
I have all three of my boys home sick. I too have the same wicked COLD. Not the flu, it's just a nasty cold. It happens. Sometimes you can get sick with something else other than the current fad ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 19, 2009, 11:09 am
It is getting too cold out for many riders. Some of us however don't care what the weather throws at us, except hail, that hurts just a bit. But it is time to start thinking about winterizing your...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 19, 2009, 8:00 am
I am not really going nuts, more legume. Peanuts are an important plant in my garden. Why? You ask. Because my boys love them. The enjoy planting them, harvesting them {WOOHOO We get to play in the d...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 19, 2009, 7:33 am
It has finally stopped raining here, and I can tend to the peanuts. Turns out that those birds that Hooter brought us had a Coccidia infestation. They looked fine when he arrived with them, but when ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 17, 2009, 9:34 am
Disclaimer before I start. This is only one side of the story, I was unable to talk with anyone that knew or was willing to give the other half of the story. There might be some trouble brewing for ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 15, 2009, 7:56 am
BDM is relatively new when it comes to the motorcycle production game, first bike built in 1994. In the beginning they started out strong. A customizable bike shop that produced their motorcycles almo...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 14, 2009, 6:56 am
Back in January, we dropped our shovel engine off with a machinist. This guy is very good. However his priorities have suddenly become skewed. The first thing out of my mouth back in July was, Is he t...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Oct 12, 2009, 8:24 am
I lost my pc, but things are starting to get back to normal I have a few interesting items. What would you like to hear about? The Demise of Big Dog Motorcycles? Salvation Army volunteers stealing ...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 8, 2009, 12:23 pm
The last night of the city garage or since there was a lack of that, yard sale. My wonderful husband and I came home to find that someone had tied are gate shut rather badly. Someone that isn't us...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 7, 2009, 12:50 pm
Hey guys, I am sitting in my field typing to you! haha, I am the queen of dorky behavior and don't forget it. UPS delivered my netbook this afternoon, and I am playing with it trying to figure it ...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Oct 5, 2009, 8:16 am
Hello All, This is Phelan's Mom. "Long time no see." Phelan wanted me to tell all of you that she can not have customers this week. There was a problem.
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 26, 2009, 6:49 am
Last day for the garage sale, and then I am off again. Some good news however, my boss is giving me an advance so that I can purchase a notebook. Let's show a little love. If you wish to see wher...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 25, 2009, 6:18 am
I am in the city at my mother's place having a garage sale. I am tired, seems to be more work than the homestead. You should see Winston, his little horns are starting to come in, and he is turni...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 21, 2009, 2:46 pm
Sorry, but my pc is now nothing more than a paper weight. As money is tight and it isn't a priority, I will no longer be able to post. At least for the foreseeable future. I will miss you guys. ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Sep 10, 2009, 12:58 pm
I was finally able to hear the whole story of what happened with Brian. It was around 4am, on a weekend night, Brian was riding down Broadway (also known as highway 81) just south of Haysville. He mo...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 10, 2009, 6:19 am
Miss me? Sure. . . I was just checking back in. Some of you have been rather busy this week. So have I. The reason I am posting this morning is because I do have something that I am itching to say. I...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 3, 2009, 6:34 am
Sometimes things just happen. Things you try your hardest to avoid or prevent, but happens none the less. So, I will be gone for awhile, about 3 weeks or so. I will be back with new stories and all th...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Sep 2, 2009, 9:29 am
Last night I went out to milk 3 ladies. I discovered that Winona and Winston are both nursing from Eddie (Winston's mom). Now wonder I am only getting 1/2 pint from Uma every evening. Guess I need...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Aug 31, 2009, 7:25 am
The Poker Run this weekend did well. 75 bikes showed up and we raised around $1400 for Brian. And no one got hurt. Thank you to everyone that came, and those of you that spread the word. On a sadd...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Aug 31, 2009, 7:03 am
I am sleepy. Don't wanna get up today. We are at full speed here, harvesting and preserving our garden. I am so looking forward to winter and much needed rest. How's every body's gardens...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Aug 28, 2009, 7:10 am
If you haven't yet, now is the time to begin your Spring garden. First, location. You need a place that gets at least 6 hours of daylight, and water can be brought to it, leaving it not too wet a...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Aug 27, 2009, 7:58 am
Not too sure what to make of this, but it leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I don't have a scanner, so I am writing this out verbatim. Dear Parent/Guardian. We are asking for your help. In an atte...
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M P. posted an article on A Homesteading Neophyte - Aug 26, 2009, 11:23 am
I have been searching and applying for 3rd shift jobs for over a month now. Apparently being self employed for as long as I have been is no longer considered a plus in the eyes of future employers. Th...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Aug 20, 2009, 8:09 am
I have updated the poker run to include the route mileage, and when the last bike out and in will be.
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Aug 5, 2009, 9:03 pm
Please feel free to copy and paste the announcement below to help out a fellow brother Benefit Poker Run For BRIAN GIBSON Saturday, August 29th Registration begins at 9am Last Bike out by 1030 am ...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Aug 4, 2009, 10:15 am
Sometimes I really love stat trackers. They let you know what people are looking for when they happen upon your blog. Someone from Ponca City ( works in the office of) comes around here often. And th...
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M P. posted an article on Following the Yellow Brick Road - Jul 30, 2009, 11:18 am
There is a big problem getting all the info in one place. Most of the time we hear of rallies by word of mouth, and can end up missing out on some really good, albeit small, ones. Here are some up co...
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