Spring is full of surprises on a farm. Big farms, little farms... no matter. Springtime is full of life!While visiting with the cows yesterday, we got one of those surprises.See that?Those belong to Ruby, who has never calved before!Here is a picture of herShe is our only … [Read more...] about Do you see what I see?
Moma’s Mexican Cornbread
Tonight we are going to have pinto beans for supper. Nothing goes better with pinto's than some YUMMY Mexican Cornbread.Here is my Moma's recipe... I'm sure you will love it as much as I do!2 cups Corn Meal1 Tbsp flour1 cup buttermilk1/2 cup oil2 eggs1/2 can of corn or 1 … [Read more...] about Moma’s Mexican Cornbread
Barnyard Business
The barnyard is busy with the sights and sounds of spring!Here are some of the scenes as we take a stroll after morning chores.Rocky... after giving us a scare TWICE, he is now a healthy happy little buckling. Such a cutie too!Rachel is doing very well. Grazing and bleating are … [Read more...] about Barnyard Business
Under the Weather Learning
As of Sunday, our bunch started feeling crummy. One at a time, slightly overlapping each other. Some a bit worse than others, and it looks to stretch out a couple more days.During such a time, we could just call it all off and not try to do anything productive. But... we … [Read more...] about Under the Weather Learning
Weekend thoughts
Over the weekend we worked out in the pasture. Cleaning up some rough spots around the homestead.Sometimes I think about how difficult trying to be self-sufficient can be. It seems at times there is not enough hours in a day to do it all. When you look around, there is always so … [Read more...] about Weekend thoughts
