I have a bit of news to share, and thought before I start posting regularly about *snow* and confusing those of you who know we live in Texas, I should mention it...
Recently, Alan and I bought a place in NE Washington state, near where my family is. My recent lack of posts has been due to the incredible amount of work and time we've spent on things related to the new place. Now that I have a bit more time on my hands, I thought it was a good time to share. I also thought I would start a new category on the blog called "Life in the Woods", to help me keep things organized.
Earlier this week after work I popped up to the lake. There were deer and turkey out enjoying the evening... unfortuately, I didn't even think to snap a photo of them. I was really just enjoying watching them go about their routine. I did take these two photos of the lake with my phone, though. It was just before sunset, and everything was just beautiful. Aside from the honking of migrating geese and a light breeze in the trees, I don't recall hearing anything else. I do love a quiet moment like that. There hadn't really been any freezing temperatures yet, but it was very chilly, and the water was crystal clear. Now that we've had a few days and nights below freezing, I look forward to seeing how things have changed there.
Anyway, I'm excited to be sharing our news with you, and hope you look forward to seeing a new variety of posts. You'll still see posts about the farm and the critters. Now, in addition to the farm animals, you'll see posts about the occasional wild animal, too!

OOH! Congratulations! You are in a BEAUTIFUL part of the country. Hope all goes well up there for you. Liz
Posted by: Liz | December 10, 2014 at 11:28 AM
Congrats! I'm in Issaquah, WA. I love this state. So much to do and so much to see. Looking forward to hearing more about your life here in WA. :)
Posted by: Brenda | November 14, 2014 at 11:53 PM
Wow! Wonderful purchase, wondering how you can leave the farm though! Can't wait to see your beautiful pictures!
Posted by: Queen Mary | November 14, 2014 at 01:46 PM
Congratulations Anna, that part of the country is so beautiful. Will you be taking your chickens on holiday with you? I can't wait to see your new post topic. You make every little thing sound so special. Blessings on your new home.
Posted by: Rose Kerry | November 14, 2014 at 08:45 AM
Okay, I'm confused too.....is this a second home or are you moving to Washington??
Congratulations either way!! There's no place like home.
Posted by: Diane M | November 13, 2014 at 05:15 PM
Welcome HOME, the photos are magnificent! Makes me want to move there, too. I too, love the silence of nature, and the view of deer and turkey! Very best wishes and blessings to you in your new home! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | November 13, 2014 at 11:48 AM
Congratulations! Being from Southern Ontario
I love the seasons changing and would miss that
if I lived down south. Welcome back to the north country! Looking forward to your photos.
Posted by: Mary Anne | November 13, 2014 at 10:26 AM
Nope, I am still confused...what about all your animals???
I look forward to hearing about that part of the world, lived in Texas in the 60's compliments of US Army, and have traveled to California, but redwoods are as far north west as I have been....cannot wait to hear!! (How is that for a run-on sentence???
Posted by: nkmac | November 13, 2014 at 09:02 AM
Congratulations on your new property. Such beautiful scenery. Enjoy. Edna
Posted by: Edna B. | November 13, 2014 at 08:17 AM
What wonderful news Anna! I really love both locations and feel the combination is magical! You are running the risk that yours will be my favorite blog . . . .
Posted by: Sharli | November 13, 2014 at 08:09 AM
Welcome home.
Yahoo
Posted by: John | November 13, 2014 at 07:56 AM
Oh boy, a new blog post topic....I'm lovin' that. Your talent is endless as is your energy!
Posted by: Jan Elmore | November 13, 2014 at 07:23 AM
Congratulations on the new place.
Posted by: Sandy Young | November 13, 2014 at 06:45 AM
Well TX may have been closer to us. But I sense my DH would much rather travel to WA to visit. ;) Maybe a vacation some year. What a lovely place Newman Lake is.
Posted by: Carol Dee | November 13, 2014 at 04:13 AM
Looks like you have yourself a piece of heaven. Congratulations. I am the brightest shade of green you can find.
Posted by: Joyce B. | November 13, 2014 at 04:10 AM
I love Washington state and look forward to hearing all about it along with the farm. The comment from your Dad is so sweet!
Posted by: Trish | November 13, 2014 at 02:52 AM
Well finally, the cats out of the bag! I sense a long list of Daddy do's coming up, the first of the list has already been crossed off, more to come to keep me busy. The view is awesome and the hot tub be just what the old man and Ma need once in a while.... two thumbs way up! Love, Dad...
Posted by: Dan Wight | November 13, 2014 at 12:17 AM
I wish you much joy in your new home! The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful places in the world. You already know that of course. Can't wait to see all you have to share of your new home.
Posted by: Martha | November 12, 2014 at 11:03 PM
Congrats!!! Now you can have both hot and cold temps!!!! :)
Jennik
Posted by: Jenni King | November 12, 2014 at 08:10 PM
Welcome to your new home here in the Northwest. I'm sure you, Jeanne and myself will meet up soon :-) Looking forward to seeing all your animal & farm posts along with the occasional wild ones. As close as I get to a wild one is a deer or two in the front yard. Congrats on your huge move!
Posted by: Kathryn Scaletta | November 12, 2014 at 07:31 PM
Welcome to the best part of the country, the Pacific Northwest!! Congratulations!
Posted by: Phyllis B. | November 12, 2014 at 06:35 PM
Wow, it's beautiful!
Posted by: Renee M. | November 12, 2014 at 06:25 PM
;) Congrats ;)
Posted by: Carol Dee | November 12, 2014 at 06:06 PM
Does this mean you are moving to Washington state (I'm on the Olympic Peninsula) or will you have to places to live? Welcome to Washington(either way).
Posted by: Karen T | November 12, 2014 at 05:34 PM
Is your new place a "vacation" type home or are you moving to WA state? - That's a gorgeous view of that lake. Congrats & I hope you enjoy the snow, it's on the way!
Posted by: Ida P. Krause | November 12, 2014 at 05:30 PM
That's great! Congratulations!
Posted by: Susan | November 12, 2014 at 05:05 PM
How wonderful! Congratulations!! :)
Posted by: Kim Ross | November 12, 2014 at 05:03 PM
Awesome Anna! Great news, congrats!
Posted by: danielle | November 12, 2014 at 04:57 PM
I'm so excited for you and am looking forward to your life in the woods post as well as the farm and paper crafting posts.
Big hugs of congratulations on your new home.
Posted by: Jennifer Woodward | November 12, 2014 at 04:45 PM