2 Feet of Snow is Melting.......

Last night, we had knocked down all of the overhang off of the barn.  This is what was hanging over this morning.  About five minutes after I took this picture, this snow came crashing down on its own.  I am so thankful that there were not any cows, calves or people under it when it fell.  Several of the cows/calves were obviously startled as this came down.

We received around two feet of snow in less than a week (more than our yearly average).  Walking in all of the snow made our legs and lower backs sore because it is a lot harder to walk in than when the ground is dry.  Now the snow is melting and we are starting to deal with mud.  While mud is no harder to walk in than snow, there is the chance of getting stuck and walking out of your boot(s).  Anyone whom has lived and/or worked on a farm knows exactly what I am talking about.  You're walking along watching the cows you are moving and all of the sudden your boot sticks and your foot comes up out of it and right into the sloppy mud.  Sometimes we are lucky and realize our foot is stuck before our foot comes out of it.  We have even had to dig a few boots out with shovels because we could not pull them out.  Even though the snow has been a pain and the mud is a pain, I am NOT complaining about the moisture.  We desperately needed it.    It is nice to see green grass where the snow has melted.

We had the privilege of having a friend come out and give the twins their bottle.  She had always wanted to do this and we were able to grant her wish.  It was a true joy to see her face light up as she was giving them the bottle and petting them after they were done.  Seeing those that do not live on a farm able to do things they have wanted to do is a great privilege.  We are so thankful that God has given us the ability and knowledge to share with others and let some of the public see that many farmers take great care when caring for their animals and/or land.  If we don't, we don't make any money.  If there is something that you have wanted to do on a farm, talk to a farmer near you and see if they can make it possible.

Until next time, remember.......Beef, It's What's for Dinner!