I'm a Cold Weather Weeny!
How do homesteaders in northern climes handle winter? I'm a cold weather weeny. I admit it wholeheartedly. At least through noon, despite somewhat friendlier forecasts, we never got above 32° and there was sleet this morning too.
This is Texas. Not even the panhandle. We don't do winter. At least not the kind with ice and snow. I'm going to have to get me a ski mask and warmer gloves and more long underwear if I'm ever going to accomplish any outside homesteading tasks -- beyond feeding the chickens -- over the next few weeks. Just a few days ago I was cooking outside, planting veggies, and enjoying the day. Today, not so much.
I know it sounds like I'm doing little more than complain. It's just the frostbite talking! We do get a bit of ice and frigid temps every year. I think it's just hitting me harder this winter. So many plans and projects crowding my head that need dry, warmer weather.
By mid-afternoon the sun made an appearance. Feels nice on my froze nose. Too wet to work in the garden but the garlic, lettuce, and onions are looking good.
Back in the house the scent of this morning's bacon still lingers. Love that. I'm thinking chili might be on the menu for dinner. I'm seeing better temps forecast for the next few days. Even a day in the 70s. Let it be true!