I had a cow, named Ferdinand. Given to me by my mom’s friend who became a priest, I think because of her; he was a large, orange, stuffed bull. I carried him with me for years and years, during and after my “Can I be your dog?” phase, which landed me on all fours for … Continue reading
I have to admit, I’m an exclamation point person. There is no exclamation point in the title. We have so wished for a heifer calf, but he had other plans. But he is darling and Mama Adeline is doing great. Very thankful for that. He is doing very well, and nursing well. Mama passed all … Continue reading
Actually I’m not even sure I can remember how to make a post on my blog, it has been such a long time. But things are beginning to settle, with our recent move to Crawford. You better be careful what you ask for, and I’m always asking for raw milk. Years ago, the man used … Continue reading
Acacia had her Guernsey bull calf on Aug. 2nd, but things have not gone as well as we had hoped. Progress is being made on some fronts however. We have splurged in a bit of cream, which makes life worth while, especially whipped in coffee. We have not had any milk in quite a while … Continue reading
My daughter frequently reminds me of my years ago, first attempt, at making a pie: Strawberry Rhubarb. She pretty much tells me that all of my first attempts never turn out, but as the years go on, I think I have passed that first-failure stage, but not always. This time, the first time was a … 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
Reality? hmmm. I usually feel like I am in a parallel universe. I am grateful for the life I live, and most grateful for the gift that I can change, even if I never thought change possible. I am most grateful for those whom I share this life with, you. Nahko Bear says it well: … Continue reading
I suck at it. Acacia has been sick for several days, and the vet came again yesterday. Hopefully she is on the mend. The vet confirmed, however, that neither Acacia nor Tipin are bred at all. Lilian was to calf early spring, and at least she is bred, but not to calf until late July. … Continue reading
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