FLICKR FRIDAY Project116*3: "His name is Pig Newton"

In the sleepy town of Woodstock, Illinois is a farm. In this quaint farm resides a pig. This pig however isn't just a normal pig, this is a heritage Kunekune pig. This kunekune pig is a boar named "Pig Newton" and he is the patriarch of all the kunekune pigs at HillBunker Farms. He is a very friendly boar, unlike other breeds of pigs where boars can be hostile, and enjoys snacks. Newton and all the other animals had a lot of visitors they day I showed up as the farm was having an open house. Guest could stop by and pet the baby pigs, lambs, chickens, and shop at the store within the farm for all their farm needs (honey, wool dryer balls, candles, deodorant, eggs, meat, and lotions).

If you are visiting the NW suburbs of Chicago, or live in the area, ask nicely first and visit Pig Newton. While you're at it support HillBunker Farms and their wonderful animals by buying some product at the farm.

FLICKR FRIDAY Project116*3: "40 Years"

The first upload for project 116*3 brings us back to Anderson Japanese Gardens, the site of C M Y K's (M)agenta Forest. This time standing in front of the iconic waterfall my Mother and Father - In - Law. On Orthodox Easter no less, this happy couple was celebrating 40 years of marital bliss. I don't say that lightly, because after spending a decade plus around them through highs and lows, deaths and births, good times and bad ones these two have had each other's back...when they aren't at each others neck. I can only wish to have a marriage as long and well planted as theirs with my wife. Congrats to the both of you!

Yasou!

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