Hebron was full of life, laughter and joy when we gathered together to share in the Pesach meal together. Falling on a Friday evening it was a busy and hectic week for everyone to be organised and come together in time but it was well worth the effort. We were also joined by Kerry and Alan from Ballarat way, which made it even more special.
On the Monday previous we had several of our flock slaughtered by a mobile butcher in preparation for Pesach. This was the first time we've processed the sheep this way and even though it is slightly more expensive it was worth it for humane reasons and the less running around. It was also the first time we spit roasted a lamb and as complete novices it was a day fraught with drama keeping the beast where it should be, but at the end of the day it roasted up perfectly and in time.
Some were able to stay another night so we could spend another day together to complete some necessary tasks, such as weaning off the lambs from the flock. There's always tasks to complete and maintenance to be attended to but it's even better when you can complete these with friends.
It's weekends like this that Hebron comes into its own. The house is full, kids are enjoying the great outdoors, dogs are having a ball (except mine who goes into OCD overdrive) and the property is slowly but steadily being developed.
One of the jobs we will need to do over the next month or so is planting out more tree seedlings. Tree planting is one of those jobs no one jumps for joy over but the benefits are incalculable. We're waiting for more rain so the subsoil moisture will sustain the seedlings.
All praise to Him from whom all blessings flow!
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