Dogwood in Oregon

Such beautiful flowers are all over the place. One of my favorite to see while in the woods is the Pacific Dogwood. This one is just opening.

Pacific Dogwood Flower

Solo Stove Campfire

 

The sun came out today and it was glorious. Spring is in the air. I decided to sit outside  today and make lunch with my Solo Stove Campfire.

I grabbed a shirt load of small pine cones, which are everywhere, and got the fire going.  I then put 3 liters of water on to boil. I then waited.

The fluffy clouds were moving to and fro as I watch from the bench I am laying on in the yard. Every time the sun pokes it’s head out, it feels warm all over.

As I lay here, I I hear the wind chime on the porch once in a while. I hear birds and a chipmunk. I hear the bells on my goats collars as they forage around the yard. Wait…what is that I hear??? It’s the wild turkey’s not far away. Reminds me of the little turkey poults and 8 chicks I’m raising in the barn.

Well, after 27 minutes, the water begun to boil and it’s time to add noodles.

What a wonderful day, except, that it could be much better if my friend or children were here with me.