How Bella Ruined Christmas

[@italiana626sc]

Hey, I really love the outro music during the Christmas decoration montage. I don't see a credit, though. Please share who the artist(s) is/are. Thanks and Happy New Year!!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Ita a band called Loving Caliber

[@italiana626sc]

@@littlehomesteadbigdreams Thank you!!

[@kayculwell3879]

Put an air tag on her collar, have them on my grandpups, comes in handy!

[@marthakratz7877]

I had not heard of air tags before, could you elaborate?

[@tazpah8837]

@@marthakratz7877 Apple makes ping-able tags to help you locate lost luggage, a purse, or such, as long as it is within range of a bluetooth network or Apple device somewhere which can reach the cell network. It will pin down where the tag is to within a few feet. There is a similar product made by Samsung for Google/Android use.

[@asverma93]

Great idea. I had the same thought.

[@asverma93]

@@marthakratz7877they are tracking devices people use to keep track of luggage and other things you don’t want to lose. Small and easy to attach to a collar.

[@KellieDTravis]

Came here to say the same thing lol

[@Thingys-Jill]

You need to understand that the chickens will completely demolish the grass they have access to in a short couple of weeks. Mine get organic feed plus a free range area that I have covered with baseball netting for predator protection from hawks. The free range area is 10' x 45' and the grass is gone. Next season I hope to build harware cloth covered "salad bars" for them. You might want to consider dividing the pasture area so the chickens get one area for a week or two and then they get to go into the other area so you can reseed the original area or at least let it recuperate. The rest of your plans sound gorgeous. I love the idea of the mill.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks for the tips! I'm going to try and do something like that.

[@KellieDTravis]

Yep! My chickens always had their area down to dirt within just a short couple of weeks. Had it looking like a dessert in Louisiana 😂

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

I don’t know if you have the room, but you could pasture grass the animals in one area, then rotate them out to the next and put the chickens there to finish and scratch the ground to compost manure in. Then move them again. Repeat. Rotate. Repeat.

[@suemcculley7073]

The best for your new year. The pond and mill house 🏠 idea are awesome.

[@lliefveld]

Our chickens have the entire front and back yard, and have NOT demolished either. However, both our front and back yards are actually just various kinds of weedy grasses, plantain, and self-heal that we mow to look like a lawn. Our soil is also very rocky/clayey, so it's not a whole lot of 'fun' for them to scratch up everything. However, I have to fence them out of the adjoining flower gardens, or else they dig up all the new seedling plants in the spring, and the tiny crocus bulbs in late fall/early winter.

[@blueroanie]

Sorry but I’m laughing so hard right now. 😂😂😂😂 Brian, that’s just life with animals. I started watching ur channel for gardening advice but have stayed on for, well, it’s a pleasant atmosphere n, don’t get mad, but it’s also entertaining watching ur antics at being a greenhorn with the animals. Oh man ur sooooooo green too. But ur pleasant about it n try so hard , sometimes too hard, to do what’s right for the animals. With myself being raised with animals n still have them, this kinda situation is just another day n my life. U just have to know this kinda stuff IS going to happen n u deal with it the best u can. I have a tshirt that says, “I’m late cause the cows got out”. Christmas Eve we got a call from a friend that they had been rounding up some cows for one of our neighbors n their cow dogs had gone into the woods n left the property they were on. So they were driving the road the next mile over tracking their dogs, they had tracking collars on their dogs, n found them on some of our property so they called to make sure it was okay with us to go on our property to get them. So it’s all n a day with animals. So get some kind of tracking device for Bella. Mine have them. U have to when u live n the boonies like we do.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

😂😂

[@pamelao9803]

Have to add a comment about the decorations- absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you so much!

[@Gardeninginpearls]

I really love how your brain works! Perhaps you don’t complete things like Neurotypical gardeners might but my goodness look what you have accomplished and where your imagination is taking you!!! ❤

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you. I appreciate that!

[@nanhale6884]

Love love the new idea of a water mill, Brian. So looking forward to watch, as it comes to completion!! You are amazing!! Merry Christmas to you all🎄

[@ilenehorowitz3060]

That mill house will be spectacular. I am confident of that because the cottage is so amazing. Glad Bella is fine...that naughty girl

[@amyheffernan5254]

THANK YOU for sharing all you do. You are an inspiration to those of us who are dreaming of wondrous gardens and homesteads. Soooo glad Bella came home! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Beautiful lights and decorations.

[@BecomingaGreenstalker]

Love the Mill idea! We live near an old mill and it is one of my favorite spots to visit! It’s important to not be mad at her when she does come back. Because coming back was the good part. ❤

[@sharonknorr1106]

Love the ornaments. All the lights in the cottage garden - magical. Bella is still a puppy and she came back - one of our most favorite dogs disappeared one night and we never saw her again, still such a painful memory etched in my soul, her name was Angel and I still pray that she brought joy to someone else. We lost a family member today, although he was older and not someone we see very often, it was an unexpected death at a time of year when it just seems so out of place, yet happens for so many. It kind of keeps everything in perspective. Sending much love to your family and dreams of a wonderful year to come.

[@deewinston5651]

Thank you Brian for sharing. Your ideas and plans for the water wheel sounds amazing. I’m sure, like the cottage, it will be beautiful. So glad Bella came home. A very scary moment for the family. God bless you this coming year.❤️✝️🎄

[@JaneWinslow]

Please forgive the downer, but I have four cage free chickens and they have destroyed a good portion of my lawn. They don't just eat, they also dig.

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

Digging is good if they follow pooping animals after they grazed. Then they are free compost spreaders.

[@Mary0005able]

Thank you Brian for showing your future plans, the progress you have made, the gorgeous Christmas lights and maybe, just maybe, a future calf by Daisy! Hope you have a wonderful New Year!!!!

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

PS remember the evil rooster? Geese bite! A goose will chase you down. My neighbors geese guarded their house like ninja fighters! Nobody could walk up to their door.

[@barbstcyr304]

Your place is beautiful! You are definitely an artist. Love to see you focus on your brilliance rather than your struggles because we all see your strengths. There was a conversation about GPS Trackers for dogs. Air tags only work if someone has internet near her. Thank you for sharing! Wishing you and your family all the best in the New Year!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@gilbertmelgoza4385]

Force perspective is the way to go. Reminds me of a certain amusement park ...previous employer lol. Merry Christmas.

[@lanajackson3730]

Brian, you and your whole family are such a hard working family! Of all the things you have done on your property, my fav is your little cottage! The lights were sooo beautiful on your trees. God bless you this coming year!💕👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@LytonaKirtz]

Love the mill idea! It will be gorgeous. Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks. You too!

[@debgates6623]

Thank you for sharing your Christmas. I'm glad Bella is safe!

[@diannasgardenmenagerie967]

What a wonderful year ahead! I’m so grateful for you guys, it just gives me so much joy to follow along.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

We're grateful for you!

[@sandrabrown6326]

Love your plans. Can't wait to see it all come together. Thank you for sharing.

[@Jessie_D_83]

I can’t wait to see the mill results! And as for Bella, maybe put a collar that has the beep/vibration option on it and start training her again with that for a bit. Also, have a special recall word that if she’s in the process of leaving or chasing something and you don’t want her to say her name and the recall word and when she comes back give her an extra special treat that she only gets when she listens to that specific word. I’ve trained my pup that way and it’s worked when he was mid chase after a cat. It takes a bit of time and training, but works for him. Those are just some ideas that have worked for my pup. I know every dog is different, though. Good luck with whatever you try!

[@myrnaedmisten599]

You are an artist and a visionary! This sounds like a very exciting project. I look forward to watching things as they develop. ❤

[@luzrodriguez2407]

Love the water mill idea think it be great and matches your style. BTW Bella is no grinch LOL Happy New Year to you and your family

[@antonianovoa6416]

What a bummer! But she DID come back, there's that. Your plans are AMAZING!!!! Can't wait. Remember to give yourselves grace, these are large projects and head scratchers, so there will be hiccups, a but you that a wonderful crew! Happy New Year!

[@etet4536]

I can't wait to watch you bring that water mill to life! Bella is just being a doggo...she's so sweet, how can you stay mad at her. Are you sure there isn't a low spot where she can jump over and get out? I hope Daisy is two!

[@asverma93]

I love your imagination. Very inspiring! Can’t wait to see how the mill comes together.

[@donnahurder4665]

Such beautiful decorations!! Thanks for sharing. Glad Bella made it home safely. Have a Happy and Healthy New Year! See you next year😊

[@pjsviking]

Good call Brian on pasturing your chickens - when you crack your eggs open you will see the difference and ohh the flavour! Another viewer commented on the destructive down-side of pasture-raised chickens. Like them we had more acreage. Even then we still provided commercial feed when they were in the barn/coop at night - easier for egg collection and out of reach of the local fox population. Your whole new plan sounds great. Happy New Year to all :)

[@kensij1986]

I understand your feelings about Bella, it's kind of like she broke your trust. But what I've learned from raising dogs is not to expect them to be trustworthy until they're about 2 years old. For the first 2 years I teach them what they're supposed to do and I require them to do it ----- but I understand that no matter how good they are I can't really depend on them to do it. Then somewhere around 2 years old something happens. It's like they mature into this reliable dependable young adult that I can start to have a grown-up relationship with. It's a beautiful thing! So don't be discouraged. Bella is a wonderful dog. And this time now is not going to be your future.

[@lindag4484]

I can hardly wait to watch 'the water mill' take shape. You always plan such interesting projects. It's work for you, but entertainment for me! My goodness you were busy lighting up your place! Lovely! I wish you all good things in the New Year!

[@terrysevold2072]

Sorry that Bella gave you such a fright night! Certainly happy she came back. Good puppy! Your new plans sound ambitious and I look forward to all the developments. Happy New Year to you and your family and Thank You!!🍾❤

[@darla123]

Glad Bella is safe! I have read thru comments, and all of my suggestions have already been made! I can't wait to see the mill! I bet Emilie will be happy to have the entrance to your home finished. We have been in our new home 6 months now. I am still waiting on a few one day projects to be done.... Oh well, it will all happen one day!

[@DianeAleshire]

Do you think the sheep stripped the bark since you have said they are bred to not chew on the bark? Also where is your compost? Really enjoy watching you as you work on the Homestead!!

[@debbiep7419]

I love the water mill! If you could find some white boulders, you could make your own Cliffs of Dover at the high end of the pond. I'm a bit like you where I tend to prioritize backyard projects over front yard cuz we just spend way more time in the back. Hubby, however, likes the front to make a good impression. So we try to do a bit of improvement for each every year. I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who goes to search for something on the internet and ends up at some totally different, but cool, place with no memory of what I was originally looking for. Your place looks absolutely beautiful for Christmas! I bet it's hard to be mad at Bella - I'm sure she didn't mean to worry you so much.

[@Mrs.Patriot]

About dogs and discipline...please don't try to make them feel guilty later, or expect it from them. You only have 2 seconds to discipline your dog which means you have to basically catch them in the act. If you show displeasure later, they pick up your negative tone but they don't have any way to connect it to anything. That only confuses them and causes anxiety, and erodes their trust in you because they truly do not know why you are upset. Thank you for considering my words.

[@marthakratz7877]

@@Mrs.Patriot That is so true and also true with cats. The Awol was probably already ancient history for Bella and she was trying to figure out what she did that he was upset about.

[@Mrs.Patriot]

@marthakratz7877 Thank you! She'd have to be caught trying to get out. And hopefully not yelled at when returning. You never scold a dog (or cat?) when it comes to you. That would be the act the pet would associate with being scolded, because their memories are that short.

[@mamtajaya6457]

I can’t wait to see your new pond brother. I am so excited for you all 👏

[@frances623]

I love your ideas! The mill is beautiful! Bella does look guilty, she knows you are disappointed.

[@pamelao9803]

Me again - about the chickens - I kind of like them where they are - could you expand their run and plant grass there? I follow a couple (Nate and Katie) that have a large homestead in Tennessee and have LOTS of chickens as well as ducks and geese. You might want to check their situation out. Their videos are on TheKramer Life and KeepingIt Kramer. Just an idea to explore….

[@scofieldfarm]

So sorry Bella gave you such a scare! Our dog gets out sometimes and I get so upset at him, because we live not far off a highway and I don't want him hit. Glad she came back!

[@brianbarker2670]

I hope you do detailed video when constructing your pond. One thing I wonder about in a large pond where a liner is impractical is how to prevent the water from seeping into the soil.

[@mags9536]

Your ideas for the mill sound fantastic. What about a small waterfall over the boulders into the pond too

[@kathyley5661]

So looking forward to the completion of all those wonderful ideas! You have a great family. (Includes the animals)! Loved the closing music also. Blessed New Year to all of you!!

[@debbieclayton2742]

I love the new design idea. Your decorations are simply beautiful. FYI, ADHD gets better as you get older. Just stay focused for completions of projects.😊 From this old gal, I wish a very Happy New Year to you and your family, and Bella too. 🎉

[@Lynn-kh5rs]

I watch an Oklahoma homesteader who has 4 geese. Keep in mind that geese are very loud and they will be close to the house. Yes they warn off aerial attacks but that is not the only time that they make noise. You might want to do more research on owning them.

[@reginafetty6374]

Happy New Year! I am glad Bella was fine. Fingers crossed Daisy is pregnant. Your ideas for your priperty sounds great. I can hardly wait to see them materialize.

[@tazpah8837]

Is the place you are considering placing the water mill amenable to access so that you can get the things you would store there out easily? It seems a bit constrained by the pond, fence and slope - not to mention very out of the way from where you would use many items, which would seem to limit how large and heavy what you store there can be. Maybe accessible from outside via a locked fence, or a dedicated trail one way and steps the other?

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

It will be accessible and house things we don't need all the time. Like holiday decor.

[@MJY4Graces]

I happened to check in on your video just as it was close to midnight Dec 31, and the ending tour of your Christmas lights and the beautiful rendition of Auld Lang Syne came on just as the year turned to 2025. This promises to be an extraordinary year (I can hear neighborhood fireworks exploding right now) for all of us and especially for the country. Your dreams are coming true, thanks to all your hard work. Happy New Year. PS: Bella has a boyfriend.

[@JenniMBE]

The water mill sounds amazing. I can't wait to see it

[@tonyajackson8827]

I cannot wait to see the mill’s/pasture’s progress!!

[@achang8599]

GPS tracker? I know it's nerve racking when pets wander off. Great looking lights!❤

[@patriciasutton4618]

LOVE, love the Mill idea it will be beautiful!, Holiday decorations are fabulous as usual, such love and thought go into all that you do! Bella, a chip so you can track her on your phone? The chickens can fly over the fence unless they have their wings clipped or the trees are tall and filled in enough so that they can't, but great idea to give them their separate pasture. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU AND YOURS!

[@connieeneix3891]

Well I think that because you ran across that drawing of the water mill means it’s meant to be. You always get little hits from the universe. I can’t wait to see this project unfold! Beautiful Christmas lights 😊. Happy new year 🎆

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

I hope you're right!

[@shannondellinger5654]

The water mill sounds fabulous! You will do a fantastic job on it! Glad Bella is home and safe. Re: the Boston ivy, if i heard correctly, it'll be on the fence adjoining the pasture. Will Daisy have access to it and do cows eat it? I'm excited for y'all and possibly a calf on the way. God's blessings

[@clancarney2541]

hear is an idea, the chicken coop can be the chickens winter cottage. lol. Well you may not need that there in CA. Here, in 6A, if you keep the chickens in the pasture over the winter, well nothing grows and so you will not have pasture left by the end of the season.

[@glennienewton6586]

The water mill looks gorgeous. A perfect spot for it. Another wonderful project to watch you build. And ducks are so much fun to watch. Maybe some Mallards; gorgeous colours & look beautiful floating on the water. I notice near the front gate you have an Oleander bush & you also have young children in the family. I lost a very precious little 4 year old cousin to an Oleander death. This bush is used a lot as it has lots of lovely flowers but it is highly poisonous, devastatingly toxic. My cousin touched the bush & touched her mouth and was dead 3 hours later. Removing it would be wise. As you sweet Bella, have you considered a tracking tag? I used this before for one dog. A great resource. A belated Merry Christmas 🎄 & a very good New Year. 🎉

[@tammy6816]

Maybe Bella was just out looking at the neighborhood Christmas lights? She just came home when she was done. 😂 Your lights are beautiful! Happy New Year everyone!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Happy New Year!

[@BecomingaGreenstalker]

I love when you say “it’s winter so you know it’s not beautiful.”😂 I’m staring out the window at dirty ice and snow! I’m also dressed head to toe in snugly warm clothes but would love to be in a t shirt!!!❤ The lights look lovely.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

😂 true

[@JoanLenz-s2k]

Hi Brian. Merry Christmas to you and Emilie and Noah. Everything looks great. Too bad about Bella. Glad she came home. All your animals still look cute. Here's to a great New Year to come.😊

[@alicearroyo5910]

The mill will be beautiful

[@missourigirl4101]

Oh Brian your Christmas lights are so beautiful!, Merry Christmas!

[@CandiCole-s3c]

How exciting it's going to be fun watching you design and build the mill house. It going to be awesome! What about passion flower vines instead of Boston ivy on the fence? They grow quick and you can get fruitless if you don't like to eat them. They are a host plant for gulf fritillary butterflies. One plant covered a 40 foot fence at my old house. Also: Bella needs an air tag that silly goose.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

I had passion flower before. However I don't like the fruit and the vine only lives about 3 or 4 years and then dies. So I don't want to have to replace it on going

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

Speaking of planning for trees…are you still planning on a cherimoya? I don’t have room in my small suburban lot, but want one so much! Hoping to live vicariously through your planting. 😁

[@alysonbaker939]

Your upcoming projects sound great. I read in one of the comments about putting an AirTag on Bella. I have AirTags on both my dogs. My daughter has AirTags on her dogs which have proven to be very helpful when her two escaped her yard. I also have an e-collar with gps on my lab. The original idea was to know when he was on point when hunting. However, I use the collar on every walk. I know exactly where he is, direction and distance. He never leaves the house w/o out it. Just a thought. Love the decorations.

[@johnk6256]

Thanks for another GREAT year. You always seem to make my day🙂

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

I was just thinking you hadn’t mentioned the mill in a while and wondered if it was still in the works. Love the look, it reminds me of Solvang. One thing I’d add is you should consider building it 360° because it will also denote the entry to your property for those driving up the street and entering your property. So, you might want a special look for street facing as well. I agree with others to put an AirTag on Bella. GPS that girl! A) that might lead you to where she’s getting out, and B) peace of mind to find her when she does. What a blessing on Christmas you got the miracle of her safely home. PS we have the same manger a-frame Christmas ornament. Ours is at least 60+ yrs old! Happy holidays to everyone!

[@kimberlybowman8478]

I am glad Bella is safe and so excited to watch the transformation of the pond. Have a blessed new year 🙏☝️🎉

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

🙏 You too!

[@pamelao9803]

Yeah - I am so excited to hear the mill is coming! I loved the idea from the first day you talked about it and I can’t wait to see it happen. It will add so much to that area. Guess you will have to gear up for a boatload of work but it will be so worth it. Wish I could help but my age and location prevent that. Love this channel!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you. I wish you could too lol

[@rossanablackburn4111]

Wow! can't wait. I love that pic and can't wait to see you starting the project. Bad Bella, leaving home without telling! I can only imagine how worry you guys were but she came back. Daisy is pregnant! Love the lights

[@teresacisneros6757]

I love the idea of the mill. Can't wait to see it. Also, your Christmas lights all around your property look so beautiful. You did a good job. Sorry about your Christmas Day happenings. It's certainly one to remember for the whole family. Someday you will look back and laugh about it.Happy New Year!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Yes we will lol

[@22trident45]

Nice job, Brian. Thanks for sharing!

[@krickette5569]

Your lights and decorations are Gorgeous!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks!

[@suzannegogranogo9464]

I wonder if she got out when the company came in. Glad she is safely home. Have a Happy New Year!!

[@commonlaw5400]

Never let it be said the Lowell family is lazy. You all get more done in a day than I do in 6 months. I get bored too and start new projects. They eventually get done. Brian , your property is lovely. The cottage garden is a living Christmas card. Thanks for sharing.

[@stormraven4183]

Glad to hear you are thinking about pasturing your chickens. One thing I've been meaning to ask is what mineral supplement are you giving to Daisy? Grassfed cattle need a mineral supplement, and I think I saw a block in her shed. I prefer Redmond's. The lights are beautiful, btw ❤❤

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

We have both. Redmond goes in her water

[@thizizliz]

Oh gosh, your property looks so beautiful! Better every year. Bella is a very naughty girl! I assume she's chipped and has a collar with your number on it. I suspect she found a food source somewhere. Oh, I remember the mill now - I'd forgotten - but am so glad you didn't. That's going to be wonderful and a perfect way to make your property look bigger. Good for you. Santa brought me a strawberry tree, a hyacinth and a Hoya Splash in a hand painted pot by my granddaughter. I'm so excited. Keeping them alive is my plan.

[@cindygill3639]

Yah Air tag Bella for sure! Then you would be alarmed when she shows threat of wander. Really appreciate your vision and talent. So beautiful! If you are in SD No Co. coyotes are the big issue for the chickens.

[@gardenfreshtotable]

Love your ideas for the waterwheel and house, I am sure it will be amazing. What are your plans to the old chicken run and cottage? Best wishes for a great New Year, looking forward to the next years adventures.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

More storage/potting shed

[@juneramirez8580]

Wishing you and your family a very HAPPY, SAFE AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

You too!

[@johnlord8337]

(As said) Nick et al need to take Bella out and have a large and consistent walk about and get all that extra energy burned out of her - and that means walking around the greater neighborhood, city park, dog park, etc. Bella is getting out for mental clarity, but also physical exercise, and keeping healthy. Her symptom, not a problem, is that she needs greater exercise for a healthy lifestyle. Sooo, get the leash and both take a healthy walk until her tongue (and yours) hang out, and she won't be having a problem with getting out. I did this with my friend's over-energetic Germans, and they would want to pull and yank at the start of the "walk" - "military walk." Eventually, they started walking and exercising, while I half-force marched each dog in their turn. Later, near the end of a 1 mile walk around the neighborhood, they were burning up all their beans, and tongues hanging out - they showed that they were nearing their exercise limit, while I could still walk for another mile +. Getting back home, they were glad, exercised, tired, (sore feet ?), and plopped down for a great nap and restorative exercise recovery. They started calming all their in-house rambunctiousness, just like children and puppies bouncing off the walls - proper exercise deals with excess energy, and mental clarity. Bella getting the same walk-about done, gets to smell the air, watching and keep her mind active - instead of just being in the pasture and getting all stir crazy. Unless, like Caesar Milan, Dog Whisperer, you get a treadmill and put her on it, and then walk her in place there and get her the needed exercise and mental stimulation she needs.

[@halcyonyorks4454]

I can tell right now that this is going to be a fun year to watch. Sounds like Bella found herself a Christmas dinner with somebody else! And I think Daisy looks pregnant, too. Happy Christmas late, happy new year early!

[@evelynr.4151]

Your home and property is so beautiful!!!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks so much!

[@Muffy.from-Oz]

Merry Christmas Family, Furries and Featheries. Blessings for 2025. Ho, Ho, Ho, Muffy from Australia

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@tamararoberts9307]

Lights look beautiful 😍 lotta work and time

[@dottiegiudice7960]

Great ideas, look forward to your projects. Enjoyed your lights & decorations. Just beautiful. so love your homestead. Great job all of you have done. Thanks and a Happy & blessed New Year coming.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Happy New Year!

[@nancyrasmussen2016]

That looks really, really cool. Have you ever been to Estes park, there's a store there that has a similar water wheel tie to the river water coming through it. So cool!

[@sandielawson3947]

Looking forward to watching your plans come together! So exciting! Happy New Year!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Happy New Year to you too!

[@robinc2024]

Absolutely beautiful...

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks!

[@judymckerrow6720]

Light display is very pretty ! 🌲❄️⛄️💚🙃

[@Gardenofglory-l6v]

Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄 🤶 and a happy new year. ❤❤

[@bijou737]

Beautiful what you've created. Happy New Year!

[@cornelliakern9820]

Love the mill idea. Can't wait to see it. Have you considered that someone may have let Bella out, intending to steal her?

[@paulettebarber7219]

Love the mill idea! Remember Bella won’t be a grown up dog for several more years, so mischief is bound to happen, air tag a good idea and very close look at all fences. Beautiful Christmas decorations!

[@toniearnest1861]

Sounds beautiful !!! ❤

[@sooskavee9680]

My daughter has a female Great Pyrenees as a working farm guard dog.They take a couple years to mature and do best with a companion. Their dog is 3 and she’sa great dog, great with their 4-yo, but occasionally the prey drive can take over briefly. Be patient.

[@rachellemazar7374]

Beautiful, your plans sound amazing

[@nancyrea3863]

Tag Miss Bella so you can track her. Also has she been spaded yet? She should have come when called. Maybe she got locked in by accident by a neighbor. You got a mystery that needs to be solved. Beautiful mill. Remember you had family together (especially Emily’s ), good food, people that love you enough to help AND Bella did finally come home. God is good, all the time.

[@lindasmashnuk]

If she's a Great Pyrenees, and I think she is...she has a mind of her own, and will do as she pleases, when she's ready. It makes sense she'd come back after dark to do her guard duties. Great Pyrenees are well known for doing as they please and totally ignoring you

[@KellieDTravis]

​@@lindasmashnuknot a Great Pyrenees but she does look like one lol

[@tazpah8837]

Have you decided on how you are gong to landscape the dam? Maybe a bench or seating area to watch the pond? Any thought to adding some edible perennial vines like maypops or something similar on the fence? Ed: I see you posted below you don't like passion flowers fruit, so that's out - though there are other things.

[@jojonich4405]

Love your new plan ❣️

[@stephanieg5195]

I LOVE your new plans! I am good at visualizing and I think it will be wonderful !

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thanks. It's going to be a lot of work!

[@stephanieg5195]

@ yes it truly will be, but worth it!

[@camijensen9364]

Love the idea for the mill! Only caution I want to give you is having a male duck in with your chickens as I've heard if he chooses to breed with any of your chickens it more than likely will kill them. I won't go into the full reason, but simply put their anatomy is not complimentary with the two species of birds. Also, I can't remember, but has Bella been spayed? I ask because my husband's family had a similiar experience with their dog and she had found herself a boyfriend... roughly 2 months later she had pups. Good luck either way with finding out how she's getting out. Looking forward so much to see all yoy plan in doing in 2025.