About Dayphoto

My name is Linda Brown. I live on a farm on the western slope of Colorado, in the high mountain desert. I’ve lived here all my life, hailing back four generations on my father’s side. Today I blog about our farm, the everyday activities that keep the farm going. I also write about my thoughts and dreams and goals. On Friday’s I always write about TLC Cai-Cai. Our sweet kitty who helps keep the farm safe. And Boo Berry Betty, a breeder dog learning to be a Farm Dog! The lovely thing about blogging it opens the world up for all of us to reach out and meet people from many different cultures and different ways of life. You can find me every day (but Saturday) at https://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com/ Your Friend on a Western Colorado Farm, Linda Brown

Heat Shimmering on the Farm—Sunday, June 5, 2016

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Dayphoto

The heat has arrived! The sun started the day with a promise of warmth..of air smelling like Iris, Columbines, roses, and pink daisies.

I woke feeling ever so creative and full of energy that I took upon myself a staggering amount of work: clean in the basement, mop the floors in the kitchen, bathroom, the back porch, wash all their windows, clean all the cupboards and cabinets, and refrigerator, oh, yes and scour the stove.

Work in one flower bed: weed, prune, deadhead, etc. Painted two of the garden benches.

While I’m at it —why not try three new recipes I’ve been wanting to try for some time

AND….start making paper. (Something I’ve been wanting to do for—ever)

By the middle of the day the heat was sucking down into the earth, causing the soil to glow and simmer and Terry and I to do so right along with it!

It was still hot when we went for the last set of the night, but starting to cool down. (As a side-bar note–I really love the heat; it’s the cold I don’t care for.) When we finally got back home after the last set (9:30 p.m.) I was obliged to admit to myself— I can not work like that anymore.

I have to pace myself…I was way too tired. I may have been able to work like that a few years ago, or even last year. But not this year. From now on I’m going to ‘save’ some things to do later. There really isn’t a time clock on my work. The only real time clock exists with the plants on the farm and in my yard. Everything else will wait.

And if people come and the house needs dusting, or the windows washed, I hope they understand—-somethings will just get done at another time.

Besides…I’m sure it’s okay. I never go see someone’s home, I go to see the people who live there.

From my world to your heart,

Linda

A Gift—-Thursday, June 2, 2016

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Dayphoto

“A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.”—Unknown

Each one of you have touched my heart in some way, every day. From heartfelt comments, to joyful celebrations on your blog or through your comments on my blog.

For that I thank each and every one of you!

This came in the mail today! A glorious canvas photograph wall hanging. all the way from Canada. (If you would like– hop on over to Linda’s blog. She lives on a huge ranch in Alberta, Canada. Just click on the blue lines and you will be taken there. 🙂 )

I am so humbled by all of you!

From my heart to your world,

Linda

Summer Fills the Air—-Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Dayphoto

We’ve been busy the last several days.

First was the planting of the new alfalfa field, followed by

(just as soon as he got off the tractor) irrigating that field. ( We are still a tad cold early mornings)

Then came our largest field….now planted to pinto beans! (We water it first, let it dry a bit, then plant)

After which we loaded sweet corn into the planter and headed up to my sweet corn spot.

Almost done!

We finished up the new irrigation of the alfalfa field (the seed is so tiny we plant and then water)

About 9:00 p.m. we started the water on the Middle Field.

We were setting water drenched in an amazing sunset!

The whole sky seemed to flame in vivid yellow and orange!

The bright light flared and drained from the sky

Leaving a tiny afterglow.

No matter where you live, I’m sure you will agree with me how amazing nature is.

Your friend on a western Colorado farm,

Linda

The Days are Full of Peace—-Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Dayphoto

So far the days have started out warm—then they cloud over, with a sharp cool wind; by sunset we are back to warmth.

In Between, we sometimes have to wear a jacket or a coat.

The Uncompahgre Plateau even has full blown storms hinting that we are about to get drenched.

But today…this morning… the sun is shining and spreading heat across the land.

Boomer and I followed Terry up to the end of the Middle Field where we are removing a fence.

The air was full of bird songs, the squawk of pheasants, the buzzing of bees…I always find being up here soothing.

There is only Terry and I and Boomer—the feeling is peace.

It is also called Home.

From my world to your heart,

Linda

I Humbly Thank You—-Monday, May 30, 2016

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Dayphoto

Memorial Day Flag tribute at the City of Delta Cemetery, Delta, Colorado.

We have so much! So very much to be thankful for!

"And I'm proud to be an American,

Where at least I know I"m free,

And I won't forget the men who died,

Who gave that right to me."---Lee Greenwood, "Proud to Be an AMerican"

So very, very much!

To all of those who have served I humbly Thank you.

Love,

Linda

The Deepest of Silence—-Sunday, May 29, 2016

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Dayphoto

Somethings are not measured in words

Nor in rituals

Sometimes joy is bearable through a tender anguish

Even a indescribable yearning is rich in music from the earth

(Rain in the Roubidoux Canyon, just below our farm)

From time to time you realize what you are seeing is really reality

(sunrise on the Uncompahgre Plateau)

Through the day to day of living

(Rainbow sent to me by Elaine who lives in the BLACK FOREST or Colorado. This is a tweet from COWx Photog (@COWxPhotog) tweeted at 7:50 PM on Sat, May 28, 2016:
@JimCantore @AriWeather @weatherchannel @WX_RT @weather5280 @DrGregForbes @theWXwoman @DaveAgCBS Colorado! #cowxhttps://t.co/P9mqjBDnGj
(https://twitter.com/COWxPhotog/status/736736552559075329 A rainbow on the plains of Colorado!)

Occasionally you understand that the deepest peace always shows itself in silence!

It’s just up to you to discern.

From my heart to your world,

Linda

Bubbles of Joy—-Thursday, May 26, 2016

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Dayphoto

The Monster at the Loch of Colorado Farm. He resides within the Standing Stones Garden.

Everything comes at a price, they say. Everything.

But I wonder: Does it have to be in pain, and sweat and tears!

Can’t the price be hope, and joy, and the belief in well-being?

Can’t it come through that most profound emotion called Love?

Why NOT approach everything in the belief that there is a stream of well-being in the world and be part of that stream?

I love the coolness and the sudden sense of relief the second I arrive in that place of “letting go”. The letting go place is soothing, calming, and (to be very honest) Real!

Even if you don’t understand what I’m trying to say…that’s okay also.

I much prefer this looking at the world in rose colored glasses, than any other kind.

My wish for you today is find those things that raise your heart in happiness!

From my heart to your world,

Linda

My New Project—-Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Dayphoto

I have always, always wanted a water feature. So I have finally created one!

It is all put together from found items here on the farm—including the rocks!

I’ve order my pond plants. After I get them planted I will show you how it looks! I’m really excited! Such a fun little project!

Your friend always,

Linda

Angels Walked—Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Dayphoto

Today I am doing ever so much better! I thank you, each and every one!

I have this theory, in which I try to live my life. Something I practice everyday. Well, actually I have a theory within a theory.

I call my theory the Begats— what we think Begats more of what we think…therefore if we are angry…think angry thoughts — act out anger all the time we then draw to us more and more anger. We begin living in anger. (Or Sadness or depression or peace, or joy, or happiness!)

(Work is always a great healer–we started cutting down an old dead walnut tree yesterday. The tree died several years ago. We left it for an owl roost. Last year the trunk started to split; fearing damage to the fence or building it was now time to remove it.)

The other part of my theory is—one of the greatest gifts you can give someone is the gift to see, and do, and be, whatever it is, they want to see and do and be.

As we worked I sent out love and mentally drew joy to me. I also snipped out the horrible thoughts and replaced them with joy for myself. Gradually I grew better.

I read all your wonderful warm and loving comments to me. Your words of care flowed over me and glowed in my heart.

They continue to glow even today for your words, thoughts, hugs, and prayers give me a small shield, whereby the ‘bad’ things can only bounce off, ringing like a bell, then vibrating into silence.

Some of you even sent me rainbows! (this one all the way from Co Mayo, Ireland)

Your concern and care is amazing! If I close my eyes and feel the soft movement, of this morning’s breeze, I can also feel something else touched my shoulders, very gently.

The Angels Walked Yesterday and they were You!

I most humbly Thank you!

From my heart to your world,

Linda

The Hollow Place in My Heart—-Monday, May 23, 2016

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Dayphoto

Sometimes I my heart breaks…I’m sorry. But it does. Today I’m having a hard time. Please forgive my short post. Tomorrow I hope to be back to myself. I want more than anything to get back into that place of joy that is the most basic of happiness.

I need to gather the pieces of myself again. To snip off those offending, worrying thoughts.

I hate to even write this, but I promised myself I would always write the truth to you. That my blog posts would be sincere, honest and full of candor. This blog would verify my approach to the world.