Jack William BellI'm looking at a #weather forecast for Sunday and it says 75F/24C and I'm thinking, "Isn't this early April?"
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!
I just had a visit from the salespeople for the Internet company who have been installing fiber here since last Fall. And, yes, they are finally lighting it up!
I even have an install date scheduled. I haven't been this excited about paying a new monthly fee in years!
The Alpaca OutpostWe’re training alpacas for the Utah backcountry! 🏔️🦙
We are officially documenting our journey of training these amazing animals to be our hiking and camping companions. We’re currently a year into building our off-grid property in the Sanpete Valley, and while we’re still living in our campers, the ranch life is in full swing.
We just posted our first video. It's called "A Quiet Beginning" and is just a mini-intro. We'll be posting weekly content.
If your feed feels a little noisy, we invite you to step into our world. Our videos are a deep breath of unfiltered calm—no talking and no rush. Just the sounds of the "Woof Pack," the wind through the high-mountain valley, and our alpacas grazing.
Subscribe and keep an eye on us as we grow and eventually head from the pasture to the peaks:
📺 https://www.AlpacaOutpost.tv
#TheAlpacaOutpost #OffGrid #Alpaca #Utah #SlowLiving #ASMR #Backpacking #MountainLiving #SmallFarms #HikingUtah
Light of the MoonOne of my favorite bear photos 🖤
The Bear and the Sunset 🖤
#bear #blackbear #sunset #nature #colorado #photography #photo #usa #wildlife #mountainliving
AppalachianMtnBungalow🏡✨From bare bones, head hitting ceiling, messy, and rain soaked mudroom to my new favorite room in the #appalachianmountainbungalow.
What was once just a little covered porch with a slanted roof (that made sure your head hit it every time you went by) is now our hardworking, enclosed #Appalachian mudroom where muddy boots, a cozy entrance to welcome you, and porch patrol pups all have a place. Still simple. Still humble. Just a whole lot more lived in and loved. Warm heater in the winter and cool ceiling fan in the summer.
What is not shown is that one entire wall is all window so the Baby Sharks can lay on the doggie bed and look out the window of the cars going by... and Cali & Smoky the cats.
For the two "Before Photos and PixelFed post: https://pixelfed.social/p/Appalachian/890481937216593045
I adore this little space and I never expected to love a smoky blue color so much. 🐾🪵
#BeforeAndAfter #AppalachianHome #MudroomMakeover #MountainLiving #BlueRidgeLife #PorchToMudroom #SlowHome #Renovation #Cabing #Appalachia
What was once just a little covered porch with a slanted roof (that made sure your head hit it every time you went by) is now our hardworking, enclosed #Appalachian mudroom where muddy boots, a cozy entrance to welcome you, and porch patrol pups all have a place. Still simple. Still humble. Just a whole lot more lived in and loved. Warm heater in the winter and cool ceiling fan in the summer.
What is not shown is that one entire wall is all window so the Baby Sharks can lay on the doggie bed and look out the window of the cars going by... and Cali & Smoky the cats.
For the two "Before Photos and PixelFed post: https://pixelfed.social/p/Appalachian/890481937216593045
I adore this little space and I never expected to love a smoky blue color so much. 🐾🪵
#BeforeAndAfter #AppalachianHome #MudroomMakeover #MountainLiving #BlueRidgeLife #PorchToMudroom #SlowHome #Renovation #Cabing #Appalachia
After decades of dreaming, planning, saving, and so many weeks (ok, actually months) of #renovations than we can count… we’re finally here. Where is "here"?: The #Appalachian Mountain Bungalow in the #BlueRidgeMountains.🍂🏡✨
Our Appalachian mountain home is officially finished with the big projects, just in time for fall to paint the mountains and the hollers with plenty of colors of green, orange, red, and yellow. The fresh mountain air, golden leaves, and quiet mornings sipping tea on the front porch make every bit of the work worth it. But, if I were completely honest, these major renovations had me thinking, several times, "Why did we buy this 100 year old place?!??!"
Here’s to new chapters, slow living, and soaking in this season of peace and gratitude in the mountains. I am so incredibly thankful for every day I wake up and walk this property with the Yorkies. 🐾⛰️
As the masterful Ray Charles sings it, "Just an old, sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind" https://song.link/i/1543969353
#MountainLiving #AppalachianLife #HomeSweetHome #FallFeels #RenovationJourney #OldHour #Appalachia #PorchStories #Georgia
Our Appalachian mountain home is officially finished with the big projects, just in time for fall to paint the mountains and the hollers with plenty of colors of green, orange, red, and yellow. The fresh mountain air, golden leaves, and quiet mornings sipping tea on the front porch make every bit of the work worth it. But, if I were completely honest, these major renovations had me thinking, several times, "Why did we buy this 100 year old place?!??!"
Here’s to new chapters, slow living, and soaking in this season of peace and gratitude in the mountains. I am so incredibly thankful for every day I wake up and walk this property with the Yorkies. 🐾⛰️
As the masterful Ray Charles sings it, "Just an old, sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind" https://song.link/i/1543969353
#MountainLiving #AppalachianLife #HomeSweetHome #FallFeels #RenovationJourney #OldHour #Appalachia #PorchStories #Georgia
Hacker NewsHigh Altitude Living – 8,000 ft and above (2021)
https://studioq.com/blog/2021/5/30/high-altitude-living-8000-ft-and-above-2450-meters
#HackerNews #HighAltitudeLiving #AltitudeLifestyle #MountainLiving #OutdoorAdventure #HealthAtAltitude
HIGH ALTITUDE LIVING (8,000 ft and above - 2.450 meters) — Studio Q Photography
Living at high altitude reduces risk of dying from heart disease: Low oxygen may spur genes to create blood vessels. Summary: Researchers have found that people living at higher altitudes have a lower chance of dying from heart disease and live longer. Jeanne and I live at 8,400 feet (2.560 meters)
Aladin🏡 Considering a fresh start in the Beehive State? Our guide to the Best Places to Live in Utah highlights South Jordan's strong economy and family-friendly vibe with median incomes over $100K, plus easy access to Silicon Slopes—ideal for professionals and families alike! From Kaysville's small-town charm to Draper's thriving tech hub, discover your perfect match. Dive in: https://www.amerifreight.net/blog/best-places-to-live-in-utah #UtahRelocation #BestCitiesInUtah #FamilySuburbs #TechJobs #MountainLiving
When your porch roof is not more “patch job” than permanent fix... 🪜💸
The roofers came by today to do a temp fix on the #roof so the #carpenter can finish building the 3rd bedroom and 2nd bathroom. Patch is great. Discussion wasn't. A new #roof is required before #winter.
Out here in Appalachia, in the #Appalachian Rain Forest, we don’t just deal with weather, we battle it. Storms roll through, time wears things down, and next thing you know, you’re climbing a ladder just to stop a drip from becoming a downpour inside. 😩
The dream? A pretty blue tin roof that sings in the rain and doesn’t leak during it. 💙🌧️ But good roofs don’t come cheap and let’s be real, neither do materials, labor, or time these days.
Until then, it’s patch spray, prayer, and a whole lotta hope holding things together. 🛠️🙏
Edit: in 2022, this porch was rated a 2 out of 10. 😱
#Appalachia #PorchLife #TinRoofDreams #Renovations #OldHome #DIY #MountainLiving #Bungalow #AppalachianMountainBungalow #BlueRidgeMountains
The roofers came by today to do a temp fix on the #roof so the #carpenter can finish building the 3rd bedroom and 2nd bathroom. Patch is great. Discussion wasn't. A new #roof is required before #winter.
Out here in Appalachia, in the #Appalachian Rain Forest, we don’t just deal with weather, we battle it. Storms roll through, time wears things down, and next thing you know, you’re climbing a ladder just to stop a drip from becoming a downpour inside. 😩
The dream? A pretty blue tin roof that sings in the rain and doesn’t leak during it. 💙🌧️ But good roofs don’t come cheap and let’s be real, neither do materials, labor, or time these days.
Until then, it’s patch spray, prayer, and a whole lotta hope holding things together. 🛠️🙏
Edit: in 2022, this porch was rated a 2 out of 10. 😱
#Appalachia #PorchLife #TinRoofDreams #Renovations #OldHome #DIY #MountainLiving #Bungalow #AppalachianMountainBungalow #BlueRidgeMountains
🌸💕 When love looks like flowers in a moonshine jar, you know you’ve got yourself a good one. He doesn’t just bring me roses, he brings me pieces of joy that makes me smile. Simple, sweet, and full of heart. It has been a tradition that started when we were dating.
Here’s to porch mornings, #mountain breezes, and a husband who knows the way to my heart is tucked inside the little things. Auggie Doggie is super cute too!
#Appalachia #Moonshine #Flowers #OneOfTheGoodOnes #Yorkies #MountainLiving #Blooms #AppalachianMountainBungalow #Georgia
Here’s to porch mornings, #mountain breezes, and a husband who knows the way to my heart is tucked inside the little things. Auggie Doggie is super cute too!
#Appalachia #Moonshine #Flowers #OneOfTheGoodOnes #Yorkies #MountainLiving #Blooms #AppalachianMountainBungalow #Georgia
