by MAGNALIA | EVENTS, REFLECTIONS
The schedule of Winter Feasts at Magnalia Homestead & Farm just published, including the 250th Birthday Bash in honor of the United States Marine Corps as well as the Feast of St. Nicholas, the Feast of St. Valentine, the Feast of St. Patrick and the Ulster Scots,...
by MAGNALIA | PLANTS & ANIMALS, REFLECTIONS
There seem to be “National Days” for nearly everything now. But. National Sunflower Day (which my laptop informed me upon login is TODAY) seems a worthy thing. Please let me tell you why I think it’s so. Last summer when I planted sunflowers in the...
by MAGNALIA | PLANTS & ANIMALS, REFLECTIONS
We lost a treasured ewe lamb yesterday. I don’t know how, or why, but I found her lifeless in her favorite spot to lay every morn and eventide. I know it’s not a Fb kind of thing to share. But sometimes things happen that leave a pit in your gut, and...
by MAGNALIA | EVENTS, REFLECTIONS
Sweet memories of an important day, worthy of celebration! We think we did our forebears proud. Many thanks to all who made it happen. And thanks for the photos Timothy Harrison #IndependenceDay2025 ...
by MAGNALIA | PLANTS & ANIMALS, REFLECTIONS
For years the TEAM page for Magnalia Homestead has paid homage to our furry Homestead friend known as Mr. Beaver. (The animated version on that page is great!) The work ethic and engineering ingenuity of beavers, along with their role in the Narnia series, made us...
by MAGNALIA | PLANTS & ANIMALS, REFLECTIONS
Our flock of sheep have taught me much about “the herd effect.” The males tend to be out front, all ears are attentive, and the most “sheepish” go to the rear of the line up. Who needs a social media following when you experience THIS every...
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