Sunday, May 4, 2008

Off to Mexico? Untimely, but true

Oh man, this trip has really snuck up on me. (Is "snuck" even a word? Should it be "sneaked"? At 6:25 on a Sunday morning, I'm just not sure.) Anyway, despite everything else that's going on around here, things that normally would keep us pretty close to our new home, Jim and I are off to Mexico for the next week for a family (his side) reunion of sorts. I have been non-stop busy for the last three days trying to get the house (and property) in order for our houseguests.

You see, my mom and step-dad, with hearts of gold, have agreed to "babysit" the farm while we're gone. I sure hope they're still smiling when we get back. :-)

I wish everyone a wonderful, sunny and safe week. I'm off now to say goodbye to my 12 chicks. Hugging each of those 12 little feathery bodies will be difficult. They probably won't tolerate kisses. And Roxy, my pup, well, I'd just like to scoop her up and stick her in my carry-on bag. I'm just no good at saying goodbye!!
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  1. RobbynMay 4, 2008 at 7:01 AM

    Have a great, safe trip!

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  2. SarahMay 4, 2008 at 8:12 AM

    Have fun!

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  3. Farmer JenMay 4, 2008 at 8:14 AM

    Wow! That was a surprise. Have fun and take lots of photos!

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  4. EveMay 4, 2008 at 9:01 AM

    Wow Danni I just went half a day yesterday and Daisy nearly had a coronary!!
    You're lucky to have great parents to babysit!!!
    You guys have fun and try to relax and enjoy yourself...you've probably already left!!
    See you when you get back! I bet you wont recognize the girls!!!

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  5. Robin FolletteMay 4, 2008 at 2:42 PM

    If there are fruity drinks with rum in Mexico could you have a few for me? It might make for a great week in Mexico!

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  6. CarlaMay 4, 2008 at 3:49 PM

    Have a great trip and take lots of photos. The babies will be fine.;)

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  7. ZitroneMay 4, 2008 at 4:27 PM

    Well, the "hearts of gold" are here(ha,ha). Everything looks so beautiful and peaceful. It is quite warm today, 72 degr. So we went to see the chickies right away. I think they liked us better when Daniella was around; they were quite shy. But after we let them out into the sunshine, they were happy and silly. Quite a responsibility these 12 girls, but so far they - and we - are still smiling...

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  8. Judy@nofearentertainingMay 4, 2008 at 4:59 PM

    Have a great trip. After all you have been through you sure need it! Can I come????

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  9. ChristyMay 4, 2008 at 5:03 PM

    Have a good trip. I'm also terrible at goodbye. I'm going to be leaving my kitty for 3 days while we go to GA to look at houses. It will be hard saying bye to her too.

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  10. MimMay 4, 2008 at 8:48 PM

    Have a great time! Sounds like the farm is in good hands!

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  11. Laughing Orca RanchMay 5, 2008 at 2:09 AM

    See ya when you get back all rested and ready for chicks and donkeys!

    Can't wait to hear all about it!
    Have a safe trip home.

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  12. CaliforniaGrammyMay 5, 2008 at 10:18 PM

    Vaya con Dios!

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  13. Emma the Golden GirlMay 6, 2008 at 2:35 PM

    and her Mom said,
    I can just imagine how hard it is going to be for you to leave but at least you are leaving your farm in very good hands.
    Have a wonderful trip. I can't wait to hear about your adventures when you return.

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  14. AnonymousMay 6, 2008 at 3:30 PM

    Have a fabulous time in the sun!! I'm sure you won't miss the rain one little bit!! Ha Ha

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  15. Kathryn and AriMay 6, 2008 at 3:44 PM

    Hope you have a great time in Mexico. I can't wait to hear about your travels when you return.

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  16. AnonymousMay 6, 2008 at 5:00 PM

    Have a fun, safe trip! Enjoy!

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  17. sugarcreekstuffMay 6, 2008 at 6:55 PM

    adi'os!

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  18. GudlMay 7, 2008 at 4:44 AM

    I hope you will have safe travels and I wish you a lot of fun. I am sure your animals will be fine with your parents!! Relax. Calm down ;-)

    Viel Spass!

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  19. AnonymousMay 8, 2008 at 11:16 AM

    I'm glad you are enjoying yourself, but are you back??? Being a chicken lover, I really enjoy reading about your chickens. Now with the donkeny's, your life is perfect!!! Now if I could talk my man into letting me get to mini goats, I'd have it made!

    WELCOME BACK!!!!

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  20. AnonymousMay 8, 2008 at 12:06 PM

    Love your site. Looking forward to seeing your cute donkeys at end of May. I LOVE animals - adore them. Glad to find a kindred soul.

    My partner and I started a blog for Baby boomers http:/www.Vaboomer.com Culure & Support. Come by and visit. ~ Nancy Mehegan, Montclair, NJ

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  21. stadtgartenMay 8, 2008 at 1:38 PM

    Have a good and safe trip and enjoy your time in Mexico!

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  22. PatMay 9, 2008 at 3:03 AM

    Hi,
    Did you know that your header picture has a hidden form of a heart in it?
    Look at the shape that the two trees make and complete the heart below road.
    Just an observation...
    p.s. I tend to be a visual person.
    p.s.s. I no longer have a blog, although I retained the blogger name

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