Tag: snow

  • I’m Not a Runner

    I’m Not a Runner

     Kansas is pretty even when it’s freezing and snowy! My running path on Monday – it has since snowed two more inches. I read a lot of news and while skimming for beef related articles, I come across a lot of health related news as well. And as someone who has initiated a lifestyle change,…

  • Drought Happens in the Winter, Too

    Drought Happens in the Winter, Too

    I know it’s commonplace to associate drought with summer time. July and August are generally known for low precipitation and high temperatures. Yuck. I am not a fan of summer. However, drought happens year round. While my home state of Kansas and the Ninja’s home state of Ohio are faring well in terms of moisture…

  • Wordless Wednesday: Cold in Black & White

    Wordless Wednesday: Cold in Black & White

    Do you ever notice how winter photos that are black & white make you feel colder than those in color? Or is it just me? I’m cold just looking at our woodpile I run on this gravel road – except when it’s covered in snow So this one isn’t black & white but look how…

  • Caring for Our Animals in the Polar Vortex and Arctic Temperatures

    Caring for Our Animals in the Polar Vortex and Arctic Temperatures

    Ok – so it’s not quite arctic out there but the polar vortex has knocked the temperature/wind chill down to -7 and I qualify that as pretty damn cold. In the wind and snow, it’s important for the Ninja and I to make sure our animals are well-cared for and as comfortable as possible. In extreme cold [ahem,…