Farm Journal- November
The colors at the farm have been subdued this fall, yet there is beauty to the pale palette just the same. There has been little distinction between September and October, in fact, on some parts of the Cape, it has looked like November all along.
It is the time of transition. The winter constellations are rising in the east and soon Orion the Hunter will dominate the night skies.
For most, it is time to draw within to rest and rejuvenate, but for some the winter can be arduous.
We are hoping for an old-fashioned Cape winter of mild weather, moderate temperatures, just enough snow, and plenty of time to curl up by the fire with a good book, see friends, and work at the other things we love.
FYI: Native Americans had long been harvesting wild blueberries on Cape Cod before the European settlers' arrival. The Wampanoag shared their knowledge of the "star berries" with the Pilgrims and it is believed they were eaten at the first Thanksgiving feast. So if you have any left in your freezer you might consider making them a part of your own tradition!
It is the time of transition. The winter constellations are rising in the east and soon Orion the Hunter will dominate the night skies.
For most, it is time to draw within to rest and rejuvenate, but for some the winter can be arduous.
We are hoping for an old-fashioned Cape winter of mild weather, moderate temperatures, just enough snow, and plenty of time to curl up by the fire with a good book, see friends, and work at the other things we love.
FYI: Native Americans had long been harvesting wild blueberries on Cape Cod before the European settlers' arrival. The Wampanoag shared their knowledge of the "star berries" with the Pilgrims and it is believed they were eaten at the first Thanksgiving feast. So if you have any left in your freezer you might consider making them a part of your own tradition!