How to Catch a Swarm of Bees
Having our own bees is so convenient. I love not buying honey anymore and enjoying the benefits of homegrown honey. One easy way to add to or even get started with bees is to catch a swarm. It is easier than you think!
Family Life
Decks the Jersey Bull is Almost 3 Months Old!
It is hard to believe that almost 3 months has passed since Decks was born. He is growing so fast and grazes for himself! Like weeds, cows seem to grow right before your eyes!
Cows Love Watermelon and Pumpkin!
Our cows love, love, love watermelon and pumpkin and we love, love, love FREE food! If you have never seen a cow with its head buried in a watermelon or pumpkin, have I got a treat for you!
Maybelle, the New Calf is Born!
Our wait is over – Margie finally had her calf and we get our fresh milk supply back! Margie has been showing signs that the time for calving was close for over a week now but not until Friday morning did we know it would happen without any problems.
Ducks for the Farm
I only meant to bring home a couple of ducklings! But, they were just so cute. So, six ducklings later, I made it home – I guess it is a good thing there were only three colors! Move over chickens…here come the ducks.
Home Butchering – Homegrown Grass-fed Beef
Warning: This post contains pictures of the actual butchering process – they are real life and may be considered by some to be too gruesome…
No More Milk – Yeah or Boohoo?
Drying off a family milk cow is always a bittersweet deal – you are glad for the break from milking but really miss the fresh milk! No more ice cream. No more fresh cheese. No more drinking milk to your heart’s content – or should I say stomach’s content?
Meet Bangles, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pembroke Welsh Corgis have such personality and while she is still new to our family, Bangles is no exception! As with all Corgis, there is a perpetual smile on her face and it is already obvious that she is a fun-loving girl!
Front Porch Concrete
With the footers and support walls finished, it is time to pour the concrete for the front porch. This is truly a family affair with John and the boys working well into the night to finish the concrete. That is what you get for being do-it-yourselfers.
Adorable Newborn Calf – Odd Cattle Rustlers
The anticipation is over – Margie had her calf. That is the good news. The birth went easily and mom and baby were healthy. Unfortunately, there is some bad news. Like a good old fashioned John Wayne movie complete with cattle rustlers there is a happy end to the story.