Tap Holes and Turkeys
- March 30, 2011
- Category: Daily Diary
- (15) Comments
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This is what it looks like here.
Yes, we’re still covered in snow with more in the forecast. But animals have their own biological clock and the longer days means all the poultry are out wandering again and I fear my dearly beloved Tom is once again interested in yours truly. He sees me from afar and comes running.
And while I take pictures from the safety of the house, he looks at me in his most flirtatious way. “Hey, baby want to come out and play?”
But I have learned my lesson and no, not even for my blog’s sake will I venture outside.
Oh, no, his undying love for me has created jealousy. “What’s so special about you?” my hen asks.
“Bet you can’t do this.” she says as she walks balancing on our railing.
And then she presented me with the ultimate insult.
And reclaimed Tom all to herself. Seriously, I think things are getting a little out of hand here.
Ah, well. While I’m being dissed by a hen, Mountain Man has been busy on various projects. He finished the doors for the house in the Ozarks (still need to be oiled.)
And moved on to making us new kitchen cabinets from cherry.
I think the grain is so beautiful.
But that project has been set aside for the moment because he’s building a set of stairs for a client.
Out of beautiful maple complete with tap holes.
Handcrafted stairs require lots of work.
And you won’t find this wood at your neighborhood super center because it’s full of “flaws.” But it is the flaws that give it character and make it unique. (Got to get a plug in here to support your local artisans.)
And while Mountain Man is busily occupied, I wander (armed with a broom) out to the barn to spend time with the critters and discover the guineas are upset about the turkeys getting all the attention on my blog.
Ah, well they shall have equal time next post.
Saying goodbye from the land of crazy birds. Thanks for visiting us!
Wow, I think that Tom Turkey needs to be turned into turkey dinner. That’ll take care of his loving affection for sure
:):) Oh goodness, this is hysterically funny. I’m s orry you can’t go outside at the moment. Maybe later. There’s a loving hen just waiting for him. Maybe he’ll get a clue 
Oh, those cherry wood cabinets sound wonderful. I love the color of cherry wood. I agree with you about support local artisans…and I like having knots and “flaws” in wood. It gives it more c haracter, that’s for certain
Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather
Date: March 30, 2011
I was thinking that Tom would be back. Just a hunch. Too funny.
We are feeling spring here. I can’t imagine being in snow. Not at all.
Have a terrific day, stay warm and keep away from Tom.
Date: March 30, 2011
That man of yours can do anything … I am always so impressed, plus he cooks and shops. John prefers to shop without me too.
When do you think your turkey life go back to what it once was where everyone is was okay with being friends without expecting any
” benefits? “
Date: March 30, 2011
Hi Elizabeth,
I think he’s always going to expect benefits and I will always carry a broom.
Date: March 30, 2011
Oh wow! I love the turkeys!! We have wild turkeys here in CA and they are ALL out and about right now. Love your blog too! Thanks for visiting mine:)
Date: March 30, 2011
And here I thought poor Tom was over you!
Gosh, those cabinets look fantastic! And I love wood with flaws. We got our solid mahogany front door for a song, because it was “flawed.” It had been custom made, $1200, but the customer refused it because of what is basically a small dark stain near the doorknob – it was where a knot hole had been on the outside of the tree, and the planks inside carried the dark grain. We got it for $50, and I love it. Flawed? Sure, but so am I!
Date: March 30, 2011
Not sure I’ve ever been loved by a turkey. You are special!
Date: March 30, 2011
I think that Tom just doesn’t have enough hens to keep him occupied
I sure agree flaws make it unique! Cherry is a very beautiful wood! We have some planks from the hubbies dad that we are thinking of making into a table. We are supposed to get snow and have watches out even. I was getting used to seeing the ground 
Date: March 30, 2011
How long is turkey “season”?? I’d hate to think that you’ll have to spend the summer in the house.
Date: March 30, 2011
One time a bull had a crush on me.
By the way, I couldn’t get to this part of your blog from the link down below. I had to go up to the recent posts and come this way. Maybe it’s me. Maybe not.
Date: March 30, 2011
Those look like they are going to be beautiful cabinets!
Date: March 31, 2011
Oh my you still have a bunch of snow too..that is some beautiful turkey who wants you! Love the doors and the cabinets too..Mountain Man has sure kept busy:)
Date: March 31, 2011
Isn’t that something…I don’t think I’d appreciate a Tom Turkey’s adoration either! I’m i awe of Mountain Man’s work shop and when I show hubby he will be too…probably even more than me
I think I’ve asked this before but does Mountain Man ever just sit and relax and admire his beautiful farm? Those new doors are gorgeous…can’t wait to see them oiled. Will you be going to the Ozarks this year? I’m not going to complain about the cool weather we’ve been having here in Kansas when I see all your snow! Have a great day….
Maura
Date: April 01, 2011
HAHAHA! You and the flirty Tom. I would put an ad in the paper and Tom would go live with some other family.
Linda
http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
Date: April 01, 2011
Mountain Man will never cease to amaze me! Does he ever stop working?
Date: April 02, 2011