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The Hermits' Rest

The Hermits' Rest

By Sue Ann (Suna) Kendall

Peace, quiet, and beauty in the middle of Texas - Suna talks about nature, dogs, horses, chickens, knitting, books, human foibles, and ranch life, in no particular order. Music by Declan Murtagh. All contents copyright 2021 Sue Ann Kendall.
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Summertime Is Coming and the Chickens Are Laying

The Hermits' RestApr 10, 2021

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Solace at the Sea, and Travel Planning

Solace at the Sea, and Travel Planning

Suna and Spouse enjoy a seaside reverie, with gulls, then they come up with a super plan for getting back to the Hermits' Rest! This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/20/solace-at-the-sea-and-travel-planning/

May 20, 202105:18
I May Have Become Boring, But I Have Updates!

I May Have Become Boring, But I Have Updates!

Suna laments that nothing she has to say right now is interesting, but shares how the progress on the ranch fencing project is going, which may be interesting after all. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/19/i-may-have-become-boring-but-i-have-updates/

May 19, 202105:04
Learning to Be an Ally of My BIPOC Friends

Learning to Be an Ally of My BIPOC Friends

Suna reports on learning from the founder of the Black Outside organization, and thinks about positive changes in the black community when it comes to having fun in the water. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/18/learning-to-be-an-ally-of-my-bipoc-friends/

May 19, 202107:08
Pivoting…Again

Pivoting…Again

Looks like Suna and Spouse are in South Carolina for a while. And they found the seedy bits of the neighborhood. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/17/pivoting-again/

May 19, 202104:09
Controversial? I Stopped Shaving My Legs

Controversial? I Stopped Shaving My Legs

Suna bares all, or at least bares her legs as she shares why shaving is not for this old feminist. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/16/controversial-i-stopped-shaving-my-legs/

May 17, 202104:59
Knitting My Way to Calabash

Knitting My Way to Calabash

Suna takes her knitting along to explore Calabash, North Carolina. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/15/knitting-my-way-to-calabash/

May 16, 202104:56
Book Report: How Stella Learned to Talk

Book Report: How Stella Learned to Talk

What a fun and interesting book this was! A dog actually CAN talk, with a communication device perfect for dogs. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/15/book-report-how-stella-learned-to-talk/

May 16, 202104:53
Book Report: Susan, Linda, Nina and Cokie

Book Report: Susan, Linda, Nina and Cokie

Suna reports on a group biography or the pioneer women of National Public Radio. Great book! This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/15/book-report-susan-linda-nina-and-cokie/

May 16, 202104:55
Spousal Pride

Spousal Pride

Suna's spouse got surprised for an award for his civic contributions in their small town. Suna gushes about what a great guy he is. That's not normal, is it? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/14/spousal-pride/

May 16, 202103:23
Sartorial Strategies

Sartorial Strategies

Suna suddenly thinks no one wears jeans and t-shirts but her anymore. Crisis? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/14/sartorial-strategies/

May 16, 202105:25
Nature Is the Best Medicine

Nature Is the Best Medicine

Suna feels better after immersing herself in a beautiful woods. Plus, she got to go to a pancake restaurant that was frozen in time, in a good way. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/13/nature-is-the-best-medicine/

May 14, 202105:15
What’s My Problem?

What’s My Problem?

Suna explains, at great length, how she has suddenly plunged into a state of poor mental health, and what she plans to do about it. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/13/whats-my-problem/

May 14, 202108:32
Time to Pivot!

Time to Pivot!

Suna and Spouse have to re-plan their "vacation" time and deal with cold weather. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/12/time-to-pivot/

May 14, 202104:14
Practically Finishing a Knitted Object!

Practically Finishing a Knitted Object!

Suna is happy to have finished the knitting part on the wrap she's been working on. And she and Lee had delicious German food. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/11/practically-finishing-a-knitted-object/

May 12, 202105:47
Book Report: Yellow, the History of a Color

Book Report: Yellow, the History of a Color

Suna reviews a book all about the color yellow, which is maybe the saddest color on the spectrum, at least historically. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/11/book-report-yellow-the-history-of-a-color/

May 12, 202105:35
Another Post about Birds, Beaches, and Beauty

Another Post about Birds, Beaches, and Beauty

Suna goes on a boat ride to a deserted island, but does not get shipwrecked. She does see bald eagles, blue crabs, and jellyfish. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/10/another-post-about-birds-beaches-and-beauty/

May 11, 202105:58
Dolphins and Mother’s Day Wishes AND Birds, Trees, Castles, Oysters, and Adventure

Dolphins and Mother’s Day Wishes AND Birds, Trees, Castles, Oysters, and Adventure

Oh boy, it's two episodes in one! First, Suna spots some dolphins and shares a Mother's Day wish, then Suna and Spouse visit Huntington Beach State Park and see a "castle." Suna eats many oysters and sees bikers on the way home. 

This episode is also available as two blog posts: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/09/dolphins-and-mothers-day-wishes/

and https://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/09/birds-trees-castles-oysters-and-adventure/

May 10, 202110:10
Who Hates Changing Email Addresses?

Who Hates Changing Email Addresses?

Suna has to change her email address. This is painful. But, at least she's at the beach. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/08/who-hated-changing-email-addresses/

May 09, 202104:48
Cruising the Waccamaw River

Cruising the Waccamaw River

Suna and Spouse discover wild beauty, listen to cheesy stories, and enjoy lots of animals deep in the heart of coastal South Carolina. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/07/cruising-the-waccamaw-river/

May 08, 202107:04
We Had to Get Ourselves Back to the Garden

We Had to Get Ourselves Back to the Garden

Suna and Spouse head back to Brookgreen Gardens and discover more beauty, plus learn about squirrels. Yes, this was of interest to Suna. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/06/we-had-to-get-ourselves-back-to-the-garden/

May 07, 202104:59
Pancakes: The Odd Thing about South Carolina Dining Out

Pancakes: The Odd Thing about South Carolina Dining Out

It's really weird how many pancake and waffle establishments there are here in northern South Carolina. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/06/the-odd-thing-about-south-carolina-dining-out/

May 07, 202104:52
Evening Exploration

Evening Exploration

Suna and the spouse explore the fancy shopping area near Myrtle Beach and the beautiful, but stinky, town of Georgetown, SC. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/05/evening-exploration/

May 06, 202105:05
News from Back at the Ranch and Seaside Sights

News from Back at the Ranch and Seaside Sights

Suna hears news from the ranch about Apache and a big project being started. Then, she and her spouse find nature hiding on the beach. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/04/news-from-back-at-the-ranch-and-seaside-sights/

May 06, 202105:31
This Travel Works for Me AND Some Couple Time

This Travel Works for Me AND Some Couple Time

This podcast contains two blog posts, both about how relaxing travel has rejuvenated Suna and her spouse. She also discussed modest bathing suits and how they work for her.

This episode is also available as two blog posts: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/03/this-travel-works-for-me/

and https://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/03/some-couple-time/

May 05, 202106:03
A Well-Timed Garden Visit

A Well-Timed Garden Visit

Suna and Lee explore Pawley's Island and the beautiful Brookgreen Gardens. Plus, a visit to Publix Supermarket! To see all the photos, remember this episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/02/a-well-timed-garden-visit/

May 04, 202106:35
To Do Things, You Have to Plan

To Do Things, You Have to Plan

Suna explains why it is GOOD that she has nothing too exciting to blog about, and lays out her plans. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/02/to-do-things-you-have-to-plan/

May 04, 202104:04
A Day of May Day Rest, Darn It!

A Day of May Day Rest, Darn It!

Resting from the beach. That doesn't suck at all. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/05/01/a-day-of-may-day-rest-darn-it/

May 03, 202104:22
What Did I Want to Do When I Grew Up?

What Did I Want to Do When I Grew Up?

If Suna wasn't a writer, what would she have been? What? A knitting teacher/wildlife biologist? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/30/what-did-i-want-to-do-when-i-grew-up/

May 02, 202106:04
From the Pit to the Pinnacle

From the Pit to the Pinnacle

True. Suna was feeling pretty cruddy for a few days, but she lifted herself out of her funk and by gosh she pushed back and fixed things. We're so proud. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/29/from-the-pit-to-the-pinnacle/

May 01, 202104:06
Look What the Wind Blew In

Look What the Wind Blew In

Suna experiences a wonderland of fluff, makes a lot of plans, and kicks butt at work. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/28/look-what-the-wind-blew-in/

May 01, 202104:38
Bird Mysteries

Bird Mysteries

The ranch lost a chick, Suna found a deceased hummingbird, and a snake found the egg laying area. Not a good chicken day. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/27/bird-mysteries/

Apr 28, 202104:54
You Can Choose to Do Nothing or You Can Push Back

You Can Choose to Do Nothing or You Can Push Back

What do you do when you suffer a setback? Do you hide or do you regroup and push back? Suna is pushing back. It's important. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/27/you-can-choose-to-do-nothing-or-you-can-push-back/

Apr 28, 202105:18
Always Something New at the Ranch

Always Something New at the Ranch

After many years at the Hermits' Rest Ranch, Suna is still discovering new plants or interesting variants of old ones, as long as no one mows the wildflowers! This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/26/always-something-new-at-the-ranch/

Apr 26, 202106:52
Sunday Musings: It’s a Good Life, All Things Considered

Sunday Musings: It’s a Good Life, All Things Considered

Suna explains why the Hermits' Rest Ranch has kept her sane, shares her Sunday morning routine with the dogs, and gives a chick update, and reminds us all that we've survived all our challenges, so far. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/25/sunday-musings-its-a-good-life-all-things-considered/

Apr 25, 202107:05
Exploring with Friends, Safely

Exploring with Friends, Safely

Suna explores the wild area at Bird and Bee Farm, and gets to see her Master Naturalist friends. She even got presents. Riveting. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/24/exploring-with-friends-safely/

Apr 25, 202104:49
Let’s Practice What We Preach

Let’s Practice What We Preach

Suna reminds herself that worrying over the unknown doesn't change things, and shares pithy quotes to back this up. Suna wants to have a nice weekend. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/23/lets-practice-what-we-preach/

Apr 24, 202104:09
Got Knitting All Ready for Upcoming Storms!

Got Knitting All Ready for Upcoming Storms!

Suna gears up to watch it rain and look out for hail. Fun times, with knitting. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/23/got-knitting-all-ready-for-upcoming-storms/

Apr 23, 202104:51
Chickie Birthday!

Chickie Birthday!

Can you believe the chicks are a week old already? Suna found out all their new skills and celebrated Earth Day, too. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/22/chickie-birthday/

Apr 23, 202104:56
Humor Is Your Buddy

Humor Is Your Buddy

Suna stops despairing and finds her support team helps her see the bigger picture. All is not lost! This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/22/humor-is-your-buddy/

Apr 22, 202105:07
Stress Dreams: A Cry for Help You Can’t Answer

Stress Dreams: A Cry for Help You Can’t Answer

Really, who among us is NOT more than a little stressed or anxious today? Suna wonders what to do.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/21/stress-dreams-a-cry-for-help-you-cant-answer/

Apr 21, 202105:21
Chickens Sure Are Good Mothers

Chickens Sure Are Good Mothers

Star the hen states that SHE is the boss of her babies, not Suna. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/21/chickens-sure-are-good-mothers/

Apr 21, 202104:54
My Horse Is My Toughest Teacher

My Horse Is My Toughest Teacher

Suna shares that she almost gave up on riding her horse, because he was not listening to her. How did she remedy the problem?

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/20/my-horse-is-my-toughest-teacher/

Apr 20, 202109:16
Book Report: Inclusion

Book Report: Inclusion

Suna reviews Inclusion: Diversity, the New Workplace and the Will to Change, a book with lots of great ideas for Employee Resource Groups and their sponsors.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/19/book-report-inclusion/

Apr 19, 202107:17
Playing with My Spring

Playing with My Spring

Suna decides to mess with a water feature using only junk she finds lying around the property.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/18/playing-with-my-spring/

Apr 19, 202104:45
Unconscious Bias? Just Ask Marcus Aurelius

Unconscious Bias? Just Ask Marcus Aurelius

Suna learns from the Stoics about how to prevent your biases from messing with her serenity.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/18/unconscious-bias-just-ask-marcus-aurelius/

Apr 18, 202106:50
The Great Peeper Escape

The Great Peeper Escape

When a chick goes on walkabout, Suna has to come to the rescue.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/17/the-great-peeper-escape/

Apr 17, 202105:17
A Little Free Library with a Lesson for Us All

A Little Free Library with a Lesson for Us All

Suna shares a story of how a kind person handled having all her books stolen from her Little Free Library.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/17/a-little-free-library-with-a-lesson-for-us-all/

Apr 17, 202105:38
Love Is a Wet Puppy

Love Is a Wet Puppy

Suna gets to snuggle with a wee cattle dog and her own giant dog. Both wet. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/16/love-is-a-wet-puppy/

Apr 17, 202103:56
Dodged Another Weather Bullet

Dodged Another Weather Bullet

Much needed rain! No hail! Chick update!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/16/dodged-another-weather-bullet/

Apr 16, 202104:19
The Unpopular Kid at School PLUS Hungry and Cute Chicks

The Unpopular Kid at School PLUS Hungry and Cute Chicks

It's another double episode! Today Suna bemoans low attendance at her book club, then shares some photos of her baby chicks learning to eat chicken food.

This episode is also available as two blog posts: 

http://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/15/the-unpopular-kid-at-school/ 

https://thehermitsrest.blog/2021/04/15/hungry-and-cute-chicks-with-pix/

Apr 15, 202106:04