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Baby Calf #2

March 25, 2015 Lisa

That wasn't a long wait! Epi had her calf this morning. Another bull. Jeffrey hasn't yet decided on a name. This one required a little more work than Shadow. Epi's teats were super engorged and the little bull couldn't get a good grip on nursing. After watching for a … [Read more...]

Baby Dexter Cow, Homesteading

Working the Fields

March 9, 2015 Lisa

Wow, it seems incredible! The field is ready to be worked up. I can't remember ever having it thawed and ready this early in March before. Bryan and Simon were able to make a couple rounds across the field before the diesel ran out.  More will get done soon. I think a … [Read more...]

Homesteading

Preparing for the 2015 Milking Season

March 4, 2015 Lisa

It's our milk cow, Maggie. Hence: Maggie's Milk!

Now that I've recovered from having little Brynna, my thoughts have started turning to the next new arrivals for our family--the three calves that should join the farm family this month sometime. Much like I didn't know when Brynna would be born, I have no idea when the … [Read more...]

Dexters, Handmilking, Homesteading, Raw milk

The Final Countdown to Drying Up the Cows

November 3, 2014 Lisa

Wowsers--I've been milking for 13 months straight; ever since late September 2013.  It's time for the cows and I to both have a much needed break. The plan now is to dry up the cows this coming Sunday.  How do I know they're ready to dry up?*Their milk production … [Read more...]

Dexters, Homesteading

What My Bunnies Have Taught Me…So Far

October 29, 2014 Lisa

We've had the bunnies here on the farm for a few weeks now.  I've definitely learned some things during this time, and thought I'd pass my knowledge onto you.1.  Bunnies are sweet!They are so cuddly, and we are working hard at getting these ones used to being … [Read more...]

Animals, Homesteading, rabbits

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Hi, I'm Lisa! I blog about large family life, living, and love here on Maggie's Milk. You'll find posts related to homeschooling, homesteading, and doing life as a large family.

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