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Next, Willie joined me in feeding Jasmine and the goats their morning hay. He took some time to scratch a bit in the loose hay on the ground, while I muscled the hay bales into the mangers.
Finally, he escorted me to the chicken coops. Willie waited for me to open the door and returned home. I think he was confused as to why the yard was empty of other chickens, but selttled into eating crumble. I opened the doors to release the others and divided out some oatmeal for breakfast. I think I caught Willie's grateful look.
It's my story. I'm sticking to it.
As I find I am still getting over this bug (whatever it is!), I am finding that I have significantly less energy these days. I did get the farming chores finished and some of the household ones, too, before taking a little rest. We collected 6 eggs from the coop- one of which I am certain came from a cochin we hatched ourselves this summer! Exciting!! And, I discovered that a watched cheese-cloth full of farmers cheese curds never drains. I have been hopeful to have this batch of cheese ready by this afternoon. It looks like it is going to be evening before it drains sufficiently. I am anxious to taste this batch made with raw cow's milk from our local dairy farm just down the way. I have been missing home-made cheese since fall. I am anticipating it's deliciousness spread on bagel chips. YUM!
I appreciate you all visiting with us today. Thanks for popping in. I hope you'll come again soon.
Sonja ♥
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Such a cute post! I love how Willy followed you around everywhere. Great photos :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the cheese! Sounds like it will be delicious.
It was sooooo good. One gallon of milk made 18 oz of soft farmers cheese. I mixed in some onion and chives. We're enjoying it on bagels in the mornings. I will be posting about it soon!
DeleteI loved the photos of Willie doing chores with you.
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DeleteLooks like Willy had quite the adventure!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adventurous rooster :) Found you on Frugal Days and I would love to have you share this on The HomeAcre Hop!
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Thanks! I'd love to link up! :)
DeleteThanks for sharing this on The HomeAcre Hop! So glad to have you join me :) Can't wait to see what you have to share next week!
DeleteLove Willy! He is quite the looker - what a handsome guy! Found you on the HomeAcre Hop!
ReplyDeleteAww, that's so cute! I love when my chickens follow me around the yard the way Willie followed you!
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