Category Archives: Cattle

Goodbye Annie

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Mandy

I’m not quiet sure where to begin so I guess I’ll just jump right in. I apologize if I ramble a bit; I’m still trying to figure out how I feel about all this. Yesterday we sold Annie. We were … Continue reading →

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I Am Not The Boss Cow

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Mandy

I am not the boss cow. I wanted to be but it’s obvious I’m not. I know it’s because I started out too timid (okay, okay, freaked out and terrified) around her. I know that she’s got my number and … Continue reading →

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Ignoring The 1,200 Pound Cow In The Room

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Mandy

Okay, so I know that I have been all “Ooooh, I’m getting a cow” for the past week. And I know that I’ve gone on and on about it. But now, well, now I’d like to ignore the fact that … Continue reading →

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Gonna Get Me A Cow

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Mandy

Today is C Day! Today we bring home this huge, scary, horned bovine that I’m supposed to eventually milk. This animal that may just pop out a calf any day now, hopefully without assistance. And the (former!) owner says she … Continue reading →

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The Frankenfence

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Mandy

Webster’s Dictionary gives the following definitions for the word monstrosity: Something deviating from the normal: freak The quality or state of being monstrous An object of great and often frightening size, force, or complexity Yep, that about sums up the … Continue reading →

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