Monthly Archives: May 2009

A while back Olivia had an impromptu sleepover party. One of the mom’s asked me, “Are you sure you want all these girls over?” My response was, “What’s a few more?” Some of the pullets hang out with the new … Continue reading →

This hen stole away and hatched out 6 chicks. That one peeking out from her wing is just the cutest thing! Couldn’t you just die from the cuteness? 1 year ago: Since you asked…

It’s May, that time of year when spring and summer activities converge and overlap, and blogging comes to a standstill for a bit. (I enjoy the irony of an Osage Green Devil jumping over a St. Ansgar Saint hurdle I’ve … Continue reading →

Oooo, all of that stretching makes a baby tired! 1 year ago: Punks & bluebells Chicks, batch 2 Happy Spring

The new gilts have all farrowed! I was waiting to tell you until we saw how things would turn out, since the news has generally been bad in the past. The results are about 66% good news and overall I’m … Continue reading →

More calf pictures for Brian. This little beauty is Sophie. Her mother is Caramel. Usually Caramel has black calves, but once before she had one like this named Louisa. Such a cute mother-daughter pair! I love how Sophie looks like … Continue reading →

Rafe was a big help in the garden on Sunday. With his help we got 20 pounds of potatoes planted. He uses a hand trowel to get the right spacing… …and sets them in the row. Matt came behind him … Continue reading →