Beautiful Brownie, the far right goat in the photo above, was in labor with triplets. I was camped out in her pen waiting to assist as needed. She became restless and I snuggled her in my arms to calm her down. Suddenly she jerked her head a few times and then fainted dead in my … Continue reading Joy and Sadness
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Tired of winter!
Animals in winter—always a challenge. But how fortunate we are to have running water! Heat lamps! Insulation! Great outerwear! Snowblowers! Electricity! How did our grand- and great-grandparents manage to survive during the winters without all these amenities? What a hardy lot they were—helps me keep things in perspective when I am trudging through drifts or … Continue reading Tired of winter!
Lucy–the newest member of the Bluebird Ridge Farm family
This sweet senior horse has enjoyed a life of love from my cousin and his kids. She was a 4-H project 20+ years ago. We inherited her when her owners moved to town last fall. They couldn't part with her—and we can see why. She is so gentle and patient. We joke that she is … Continue reading Lucy–the newest member of the Bluebird Ridge Farm family
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