I remember back to the carefree days of my childhood, wandering through the trees with my brothers and father hauling armloads of wood to strategically placed barrels to keep the blossoms from freezing. Closing my eyes I can still feel the warmth of the fires on my hands and face as the barrels glowed red beneath a blanket of twinkling stars dancing in the heavens. In the morning a breakfast of fried potatoes as we scooped the foil covered packets from beneath the coals, while looking out upon an endless sea of white and pink blossoms awakening to the gentle kiss of warmth from the morning sun. It was in this way over the years that “spring” came to Cowboy Creek, a tradition to be followed year after year. The “Good Book” says,” that for everything there is a time and a purpose under heaven. Perhaps nobody knows this better than farmers and country folks where the simple joys of the changing seasons give structure to our way of life.
Memories of days past and finding brightly colored eggs placed carefully in grass, bushes and trees, smiles and laughter of young and old alike in search of the hidden treasure. Inside a feast of ham, warm buns with fresh butter and huckleberry jam, deviled eggs, and potato salad. Stories of family near and far, and a rabbit named Peter. Chocolate bunnies, and endless jelly beans and brightly wrapped chocolates filled our baskets, while on the mantel and tables, chickens, lambs and bunny décor spoke of spring and rebirth.
When I see these “vintage” inspired decorations from the artwork of Bethany Lowe, it brings back joy filled memories. Here at Cowboy Creek, we believe that memories and traditions are an important part of life and we search to find those simple gifts that rekindle those memories. It is our hope that they will do the same for you and your family, and as always we would love to hear from you.
On the journey,
Steve