We could open a pottery studio.
At this very moment, I am finding the idea of having a farm somewhat overrated.
We are wallowing in feet of mud as far as the eye can see. It is a strong clay mud that grabs hold and only relinquishes its grasp after a long and bitter struggle. I have lost many boots in this fashion.
Regardless of the mud, the horses still need to be fed regularly, which has presented something of a difficult situation. The ruts in the lane are so deep that even our big backhoe has been getting stuck. My solution to the problem has been to create a network of little streams that allow the water to drain down the lengths of the pastures to the marshy area at the south end. These are the moments when I am most thankful for gravity.
In another moment of insanity, we were persuaded to add another animal to our household a couple of weeks ago…. I seriously have to give pause to wonder what is wrong with me here… at any rate; we now have an enormous, adult male Great Dane called Ramses in our home. He is a great dog, but the sheer amount of mud that just one dog can track into the house is astounding.
The other day my mother came over for a visit. Ramses, Nigel and Tristan (the official canine welcoming committee) greeted her at the car when she pulled in. Having not been forewarned of Ramses’ presence, and unable to reach me, my mother called Kevin.
Ring. Ring.
Hello?
Is this dog nice?
I think you have the wrong number.
Is this dog going to jump on me?
What?
Can I get out of my car?
I think you have the wrong number ma’am.
I am in the driveway and I need to know if I can get out of my car!
At this point I walked into sight and went to rescue my poor, 4’11” mother.
Once can say with certainty that life on the farm is never dull!
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April 16th, 2008 at 9:52 am #
Alex said:
I would love a Great Dane.
April 16th, 2008 at 7:31 pm #
Billie said:
They are wonderful dogs! If you have the space, I would highly recommend adding one to your family. The laid back temperament is a nice contrast to my Jack Russell terrier!
April 17th, 2008 at 6:14 am #