Dreaming of Simplicity

 Fall is on it's way. We have started school and well things are hectic and I have to figure out how to spread myself around to three kids who all still need loads of guidance and assistance. We have one doing switched on schoolhouse, one in life pacs, and one in My Father's world. Yup we like to spread ourselves around to lots of curriculums. Last year we did not use any curriculum, this year I am making it a no brainer.

 I think one or two of my buff orpingtons is moulting. They are about a year old so I think that is about the right age. There are feathers all over the place and egg production has slowed drasticly in the last few days. I have not had a good egg day since last week. Although I only have five hens I always get at least two days a week where I get four eggs and the other days I get maybe two. They are really good layers normally. How long does the moult last?

  Last but not least here is a breakfast that just screams of Vermont in the fall :)

Peel and chop an apple quite finely

place a teaspoon of butter in a little skillet and saute the apple for a couple minutes and then add a few table spoons of water and a sprinkle of cinnamon to the pan to poach the apples in until they are cooked.

Meanwhile prepare a serving of oatmeal as directed.

When the apples are tender and some of the water is gone add in two tablespoons of real maple syrup and simmer very gently while your oatmeal cooks.

When the oatmeal is done serve it in a bowl topped with the apples. Some chopped toasted nuts would be wonderful with this as well. This was so good and just reminds me of fall. Plus the cinnamon and maple will fragrance your kitchen lightly with that wonderful smell of baked goods with out having to bake.

Have  a great day everyone!

Wednesday, September 12, 2007 - Hello!

Posted by countrygalu
How are you?? I haven't been on your blog in awhile. I have heard VErmont gets up to 15 feet of snow in the winter. How much snow do you get during the winter? I bet the falls are gorgeous in Vermont.

Makayla

Saturday, September 15, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by a1health
Hey!
Thanks for the oatmeal recipe. I just did a post asking for healthy breakfast recipes. If you have anymore can you please leave them on my blog?
Thanks! Take care.
Blessings,
~Farrah