We had a busy impromptu weekend. Saturday, we took a drive in the country. (The children ask, why we take drives in the country, when we live in the country?!) It's better then taking a drive to the city, I guess. Besides, it's relaxing. Our Saturday drive landed us at Lehman's in Kidron, Ohio. We spent much time window shopping. But, did manage to grab a few items. I love the French butter dish and essential oils I brought home. If you are ever up near Amish country, head a little north and visit Lehman's. You won't be disappointed.
Sunday, we went for another drive in the country. This time, an equal distance South, to Athens, where we visited a farmer who breeds hogs, cattle, and goats. We were surprised, when we walked into the barn, to find so many mamas and piglets. It was great! The children had a good time playing with the piglets, as did I. Three little pigs were picked out, and home we headed, with squeakers wrapped and tucked in the bed of the truck.
We arrived home late and it was very dark. So, the girls got to sleep in the garage under the heat lamp. They were cold and a little in shock from the truck ride. The next day, Hannah and I moved them into the chicken coop. Photo bomb ahead:
Hannah is great with the animals and good at handling them. She knows the easiest way to carry a wiggly little screaming piglet.
We might be a bit crazy getting these creatures on one of the coldest weeks of the year. Heat lamps and lots of straw will bed them down and keep them warm over the next few weeks. Then they'll head to the little barn. Little pigs don't stop and pose for pictures. They wiggle and move nonstop, chewing shoes, tugging pant legs and rooting around. -makes for blurred pictures.
The little barn doesn't have electricity. Without electric, their drinking water will freeze. If it doesn't freeze, they'll manage to knock it over. Pigs are curious-nutty creatures. Winter watering is such a challenge for us. It's probably the biggest hurdle for wintering pigs.
That brings our farm count to: 3 Little Pigs, 2 Pregnant Nubian Goats and Nez
4 Shetland Sheep (these two are going to a new home this week)
Lots of Layers and 2 Roos
2 English Angoras, 3 Holland Lops, 6 Californians - Rabbits
1 Lowly Duck, we call Drizzle
One Quarter Horse
3 Crazy Cats
2 Silly Dogs
and 4 Kids and Some Land
I need to get an updated picture with all the kids together. They look so little here.
We are blessed.
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