My family at home in New Zealand are having some troubles so I am selling cows and pigs as fast as I can so I can fly home next week.
Aunty Anna, Txiki and Stupid ( 2 heifers and one cow ) are being sold in the next few days to two different locations. And on Monday I will clear the whole back field of the four hogs, I am literally spending days in the truck dragging the stock trailer. But last minute fares are not cheap. 
With the help of my short term woofers I am getting the fences up to date and fine tuning my lazy laid back systems, getting all the pigs and birds and cows ready for John to take over for a week while working full time . It will not be easy for him.
Sometimes a Mama needs to be with her children. And there better not be anything getting in her way.
Anyway – the why is not my story to tell. But I felt I owed you a partial explanation for my lack of attention.
My Self is running on fumes already and I have days to go yet. I will be in and out of the blog but mostly Out with all the early morning deliveries of animals and the rush to get the farm ready for a hand over in six days. 
I feel I am running right to the end of my mental and physical abilities. But there you are. I will get through – we all will. We must.
Mothers aye!
Photos taken by my latest Wwoofers Mary and Coco. They have been such a help.
Love celi
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107 responses to “SO HERE IS THE THING”
Mother-power is one of the strongest forces in the universe, and properly directed can move mountains. I have faith that yours could move Aoraki.
Thank you Kate / all is well I am sure / I just need to see it.
Safe travels. You’ll feel better once you get there–and so will your family. Sending love and prayers.
You are right. I will feel
Much better when I check on everyone there
Safe travels to and from New Zealand, and I hope all will be well with your family!
Safe travels, and enjoy your time with family. Knowing that you will move heaven and earth to be there for them is a priceless gift . . . even with our grown children, we moms are BEDROCK. I KNOW.
Your arrival will make everything better for all I am sure. Glad you have some help with the preparations to leave. Safe travels.
Safe journey!! I can relate being a single Mom of five myself! I wish your family well!!
Sisters!!!
I wish you smooth travel and peace and thank you for sharing a bit of what is happening in your life.
May you have a safe smooth and peaceful voyage home and thank you for sharing what is happening with you.
Safe travels. Love the cat picture.
Ceci, we love you – take our love and prayers with you! Don’t worry about a thing here – John is capable!
I’m sorry to hear this, Celi. I’m an infrequent reader of your blog these days (life gets in the way) but I saw your latest update and it sounds like a stressful situation for all involved. All the best!
Life does have a habit of doing that – all will be well I am sure of it
Trust your instincts. Mothers always know. I’ll keep good thoughts for you. Deep breaths. In and out.
Go with blessings, smoothly and easily, and come back with your mind and heart reassured.
Cecilia, thank you for such an experience on your farm these last two days. Amidst all that is in on your plate, you still gave me and Coco such an amazing, memorable, lifetime experience,. We are blessed to have been able to assist you with some of the many different aspects of your farm. Praying for God’s hedge of protection around you, John, your family and farm, and that you receive all the helping hands needed before you leave.
Mary !! You are wonderful. Tell coco everyone loves her cat photo.
Goodness C.! It never ends does it? I too am sending you good thoughts and wishes for your trip back home! I’m sure just your presence there will help put everything back in place..including your peace of mind!
Get back soon!
Life is never ending until it ends!
Best of luck to you and your family. Prayers for everyone and for safe travels.
safe travels and no connection hiccups – that would be good!