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Building a Fodder Shock

Twin fodder shocks heralding the way up the main porch steps of our farmhouse.

I love fodder shocks. They’re so country. They add tons of homey charm and they’re free. What’s not to love? Now’s the time to grab your corn stalks and start decorating! If you don’t have corn of your own, ask a neighbor or friend who has corn if … Continued…

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"It was a cold wintry day when I brought my children to live in rural West Virginia. The farmhouse was one hundred years old, there was already snow on the ground, and the heat was sparse-—as was the insulation. The floors weren’t even, either. My then-twelve-year-old son walked in the door and said, “You’ve brought us to this slanted little house to die." Keep reading our story....

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November 2009
"First it's glowing, then it's snowing! A pause, then screaming squalls and williwaws. Bright but bitter, then a thaw. Yet again it's cold and storming: What ever happened to global warming?"

Friday, Nov 20
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We just have a small fireplace right now, but hope to heat entirely with wood someday….The best fire starters are made by... - Stephanie on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
I just voted. Wood heat is awesome–I have had it for over 60 years. Kindling and some smaller wood before the logs works great. - Estella on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
Thanks for being transparent enough to tell us you can’t get the fire thing going. That sure left you open for all kinds of advice.... - Sandra on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
Also, the lint from the dryer is the best thing I have found to start fires! - Janelle on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
My stove does not have the rack in it and I don’t have any problems, maybe the wood likes to be closer to fire. I’m voting... - Janelle on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
I love this photo and the caption–so positive!!! If those SAM-e people don’t hire you there is just something wrong with them. - Susan M. on Rush
Yeah Suzanne, as of now you are ROCKING the vote!!! (my husband has fireplace duties, so I don’t have to…) Have a great... - Susan M. on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
I don’t know how in the world the Native Americans made fire without newspaper! - Barbee' on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
Suzanne, it takes more than newspaper and logs to build a fire. First of all, try not to let the coals go out. If they do, then use... - Miss Becky on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove
More kindling, dry wood. Once it gets going you should be able to keep it going. I am also voting for you everyday! - Michele on How (Not) to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove

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