Louisa had triplets on May 11th, during the bitterly cold night, and they were premature. Two were born dead and tiny Alfalfa was a fighter. He had no teeth and his eyes were not fully developed, and he could barely walk and certainly could not nurse by himself. For over a week I would tie … Continue reading
Ok, Dear Uncle Jamey, these ginger snaps are not really for you, but since ginger snaps were daddy’s favorite thing besides fresh popcorn, it made me think of you. I will certainly try and perfect them, and then make you some to send you. 🙂 My gingerbread girl is gone for a month on an … Continue reading
The twins were born early afternoon of May 12th, and of course could not drink very much that day. They were very weak and could not stand or walk on their own. The first day a high producing cow calves, you do not need to milk her until the next day, and then ideally twice … Continue reading
Dear Lillian was due to calve on June 2nd at the earliest, based on when she was first put with the bull. A couple of weeks ago, very bad Tipin was actually nursing on Lillian, and that is very detrimental to a pregnant heifer. So we took Tipin and Mary Frances to Paonia, while leaving … Continue reading
I have so much to be thankful for on this day, mostly for the privilege of having a treasured daughter, and a husband that treats us and our dear animals with patience and kindness, even when we do not deserve it. This sign from long ago that used to hang in many dairies is one … Continue reading
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