OFG's Favorite Things 2014

It might not be Oprah's list... no $700 earphones here.... but this is my favorite things list for this year. I was shocked, tho, that we both had something from Le Creuset on our list... But I bet I use mine more than she does.

My Felcos are beaten to heck. But they still work great.

First up? As always...  a good pair of gloves - specifically these gauntlet Rose Gloves.  I'm always working in the brambles and while these are designed for trimming your lovely roses... they really stand up against my arch enemy - the wild rose that is like a pestilence around here. I use these gloves for weeding and bushwhacking thru the toughest bramble. And, of course, a good set of shears - my Felcos are extremely well used... beaten to heck actually.

My new favorite hat - Zander's too.

Next - a really good hat. Preferably one with a wide brim and maximum sun protection. Or maybe just a fun Life is good hat to spread optimism while you are working. Or maybe my new favorite Life is good knit hat.

Zander loves his real working dog harness.

I can't stop talking about the real working dog harness from Julius-K9. Zander loves it. This is probably our best purchase ever. We normally don't collar anyone - not the dogs, goats, cats, nope. Nobody. But when we need to get ahold of Zander - or if we are taking him somewhere - this is an incredible harness.

As we are getting into winter all I can think about is how glad I am to have a pair of real MuckBoots.  These guys really take a beating and keep your feet warm even in the worst weather.

My favorite knife ever. Perfect for slaying your enemy.

But if I had to choose just one thing that is my "favorite" it has to be Victorinox Curved 12" Blade Cimeter. Hands down this is the best gift I have ever - or will ever - receive. It's my favorite knife and it really gets the job done. This comes with a huge warning tho - this knife is not for beginners. The blade is curved so you really have to keep an eye on it - and keep onlookers back. Don't ask me how I know this.

So that is my favorite things list. As you can see  - this is all stuff I actually use and love. There are tons of gadgets and stuff that claim to make your life easier - but these things really do. I couldn't get my work done without the right tools - and a good hat.

Happy Friday everyone! Are you shopping? What are your favorite things?


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