I am pretty aware that I have talked quite a lot about the house lately and not so much about the farm. I thought therefore that it was time for a bit of an update.
The lambs are growing fast and even the pet lambs are out side now. They are with a group of ewes with triplets who need a bit more feed and a special eye kept on them. The boy I look after became quite attached to the pet lambs and was a little disappointed that they didn't know him once they were out in the field.
Like all youngsters there are a few mischievous ones.
The pet lambs are pretty good at breaking out and have to be escorted back.
These ewes with triplets have done remarkably well nurturing all three.
Meanwhile the crops are growing. The potatoes are coming on well.
Poppy and the cats still all accompany me on my walks.
We have a new flock of hens which are now well into lay and enjoy the opportunity to be outside.
They are a curious lot which is rather uncomfortable for poor Poppy.
That photo fourth from bottom is ridiculously good! The lines, the light, Poppy's silhouette...
ReplyDeleteThank you! Amazingly I just snapped that on my iPhone when I was walking the dog ( and the cat!) one early evening. I was pleased with it too.
DeleteI have those same chickens - but fewer! I love your sheep pictures! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteYou can always rely on a lamb to give you a good picture!
DeleteWhat a delightful wander through the farm with you Maggie. All your beasties seem to happy & well. Oh my Poppy has grown into herself - gorgeous girl.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update Maggie. What breed are the sheep please? Poppy has grown so much since we last saw her ... she's gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThey are Suffolk cross. The rams are Charolais which gives a good lamb.
DeleteThese photos make it look so idyllic (says the city girl.)
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