A Walk in the Trees

It's been a long time since I just walked and explored new woods.  Today I got out of work and decided to go see the a fairly famous gorge.  It's only a mile, if that from my house!  It was beautiful.  The Long Trail/Appalachian Trail runs right through there.  There were some sketchy spots - like people had been living out there but left all their crap.  I have been surprised with how much litter is in this area.  It's unfortunate. 

It must be a busy time of night to be using the 3G network as a hotspot, because I'm having a tough time with uploading pictures.  But, here is my backyard.  I know you want to come visit me now!

 

I also know I have not posted much about farming lately.  I have been farming, believe me.  Today we spent the day setting up fencing and moving sheep to new pasture.  It's been different working with the population I'm serving (adults with mental illness and substance abuse).  Not in a bad way, but it's more about them versus the farming.  Which I'm quickly remembering after 8 months of just straight farming.  But I like the residents who are at my program.  I'm not sure if it's because I've done it before, but I feel more at ease interacting and connecting to them than I did at The Farm.  Once I'm further into my job and knowing how things work around The Ranch, I really want to find ways for the residents to be more connected with what they do for work everyday.  Brainstorming begins...now!