Never a dull moment! As I was sitting at my computer this morning, I saw movement out of the corner of my eye. I knew it wasn't a mouse, as it was white. At first I thought I was hallucinating, but then it showed itself again. I wasn't quite sure what it was so took a picture of it and send it to a good friend. He informed me it was an Ermine! I do not recall ever seeing one, much less running across my kitchen floor!
My dog had fun chasing it around the living room for awhile, but I am not sure where it is now. He never caught it and I haven't seen it since before chore time this morning. I guess with him lurking around the house I won't have mice. Being out in the country, a mouse or two always finds its way into the house...to be greeted by a trap. The fun of country living! Wouldn't trade it for the world!
Time to continue with my rearranging of furniture to accommodate my Christmas tree! Will be interesting to see if I find him curled up in a ball under my couch. Eeeeek!

I had surgery on my right hand a few days ago, so have been trying to not use it too much. The worst part is I am right handed. I have been doing chores one bucket at a time instead of two. It takes me a little longer but is still manageable. A person takes for granted how often we use our hands. This has been an eye-opener for me, that's for sure.
I have written less over the past few days, but have done some brainstorming and have several titles waiting to be turned into articles. My Blog has also been slightly neglected, but I am on the mend and anxious to get back on track. I wish for a small corner of my house to be just mine, with a door I can close to keep noise and interruptions out. Why is it when I am trying to work on an article, family members decide that is when they need me the most? I do my best work in the late afternoon and evening, and that is when the house is most occupied. I am trying to change my writing times, but some days it doesn't work to my advantage.
I may have to turn my son's room into a quiet place to work...he is only here every second weekend as he lives with his Dad. I don't think he'll mind as long as he has his space when he is home. He is quite accustomed to his room becoming the catchall for my fabric and batting, so if it is better organized he won't mind a bit.
For those who have noticed the Donate button to the right, I am working toward expanding my farm. I am very interested in purchasing a farm and raising Alpacas and Dexter cattle. Our current acreage is only rented and does not have the proper fencing or watering system for more than a few animals. I have my eye on a couple of different properties, and am optimistic they will still be available in the spring. This way, I will have had all winter to save enough to purchase both farm and starter package of animals. I am confident my writing and sewing will continue to increase my income, but the getting there is the hard part.
Now to do some tidying and get to my articles. Have a great day!