As it happens every year, winter has officially begun here on the cattle farm. Technically, this is still "fall-time", but mother nature doesn't pay attention to a calendar. Dreams of the snow and ice waiting until December, are just that - dreams. For some reason, I am having a harder time adjusting to the start of winter than I did last year and the year before. I am … [Read more...] about Winter Comes Early on the Cattle Farm: Snow, Ice and All That’s Nice (and sometimes, not so nice!)
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Christmas Gifts for the Cattle Farmer: Clothes, Books, Tools and More!
In our house, Christmas gifts are usually practical items, items to help with life on the cattle farm. Such gifts, though, are much appreciated and usually, requested by the gift receiver! ha!! Gloves, boots, overall bibs, pants, socks, coats..... Clothing items are a popular gift idea for both of us. In fact, just a few days ago, I let Jer know that I want a bunch of … [Read more...] about Christmas Gifts for the Cattle Farmer: Clothes, Books, Tools and More!