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Our cow had her first calf today (a little bull) and our oldest caught it on video…
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Tabernacles, 2016
My youngest daughter wakes me. “Nurse?” she asks. I roll over lazily and pull her close. I hear Jon outside the door and call for him, he comes and takes my hand. We talk softly for a while before … Continue reading
Posted in Bee-Boy, Bunchkin, Bundle, Daybook, Doodle, Farm & Garden, Missy, Parenting, PERSONAL, Shmooey, The Eigh of 'em
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Love covers a multitude of weeds
Recently, I had an exchange with someone who suggested (by means of loving, constructive criticism, I hope) that I remove the blog post about our messy house and the photo of our cow standing in a weedy field, as it … Continue reading
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The last rescue dog
“Hey, Jon!” Dr. East, our vet, entered the room. “You have a dog for me to look at?” “Yes, sir.. Should be here any minute.” For weeks, Rina had been searching for a dog to guard our flock and had … Continue reading
Posted in Daybook, Farm & Garden, Humor, Marriage, PERSONAL
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Two out a three ‘aint bad
Jon’s brother and sister-in-law recently blessed us with an amazing, wonderful gift: As much of a blessing as this has been to our entire family, I was especially thankful because this sweet chariot is MINE. ALLLLL mine (it’s even registered … Continue reading
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Quick Takes – 7-30-2016
1 There are so many amazing things to share that have happened since I last wrote here, it’s hard to know where to start! Kidding/calving season is almost over and with the exception of one loss, everyone has arrived safe … Continue reading
Posted in Daybook, Farm & Garden, PERSONAL, The Milk Enough Project
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Rescuing Cherry: Sudoku’s birth, 2016
Every year, I’m reminded again of why it’s so important to be here when our goats give birth. This year, we lost a doe from our goat Mini Pearl because we didn’t get to her in time. When a similar … Continue reading
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