Spring Is In The Air

The sun is shining brightly over the ranch today. The Canada Geese family have returned from their Winter migration and are basking on the banks of the shimmering pond. Mop and Pop Goose are doubtless preparing their little patch of real estate on the island and the five goslings they successfully raised last year apparently have no idea that their eviction orders are imminent. I heard the first "ribbett ribbett ribbett" from the creek bed, an ominous reminder of the nightly frog chorus that fills the farm valley through the Spring and Summer. (sorry Annie). In the clear blue sky over the barns, Eddie the eagle is sailing effortlessly on the thermals and in the pastures the horses are languishing under the warm sunny rays. Momma Peaches is taking advantage of the Spring like weather and she and her new calf (affectionately referred to as Bozo) are enjoying some bonding time in their pen. Bozo is still a little wobbly on his legs but it has to be said, he is still learning how they work. We are optimistic that the little bull has mastered the fine art of working the milky bar although it is clearly not easy to master an engorged teat whilst still learning how to walk. Momma Peaches was the perfect lady this morning and dutifully surrendered herself to the milking machine although it has to be said, there was a little bribery in the form of her breakfast grain. The twin lambs, Ike and Mike are thriving and very vocal ! The two little waifs that arrived at the ranch three weeks ago are now just a distant memory. Time to go and enjoy what is left of the day..we have rain back tomorrow. Take care, keep safe, M