There is not a lot happening on the farm this time of year. It is a time of chores and routine, often a struggle to maintain normalcy through difficult conditions. Even though the trough is frozen, the animals still need to drink. Even if the hill is slippery, hay needs moved and feed carried. Such times mean progress is slowed and thoughts have time to gather. Feelings long buried, can be briefly exposed, only to be covered again with snow and duty.