Ain't Nobody Here Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Wow, I'm exhasted just reading that . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I love this thread Its a shame about the pigs + lambs later, but I suppose thats what 'the good life' is all about. Have you ever thought about breeding the pigs? (or should Lewis run and duck for cover? ) You must be doing something right if you have too much veg, the trees sound like a lot of hard work . Have fun in Anglesey, we went there a few years ago and really enjoyed it. Go for the ram Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 That all sounds wonderful Lesley (apart from the tractor wheel bit ) Will you get more pigs next spring? And yes to the ram - go for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 I've left the decision about the ram to Carl - his work position changes at the end of next week and we may have a lot of decisions to make. The problem with breeding lambs is that you make a decision in November and the consequences arrive in April - we don't know what we're going to be doing in April yet Pigs are different as we can make the decision to have weaners next March and collect them in April - we don't wan tto go down the route of breeding pigs as you have to overwinter the sows.....and it isn't fair to keep just one pig .........a lot of hard work. We're also thinking about something else......... Maybe more news next week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 How about Rheas? they sell for a lot of money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I always enjoy reading what you have been growing on the farm, creatures as well as fruit and veg. you sound lke you have been really busy. The hint about new ideas is going to get lots of us looking at this thread regularly to see what it is Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 We're also thinking about something else......... Maybe more news next week! You can't leave us like that Rheas sound like a good idea, I always see hatching eggs for sale and would love to have a go, but obviously couldn't keep them I remember one story of a lady that hatched a couple that got really tame. My prediction is a goat or alpaca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 They are all looking lovely Lesley, and the ducklings will be big in no time. I can be on hand to help with D&Ding the dinners if needs be, just let me know and I'll tell you when I'm free. Rosie still wants to do her first despatch and the cone will be easier for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 As usual, it's been very interesting reading. Looking forward to the next instalment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I can be on hand to help with D&Ding the dinners if needs be, just let me know and I'll tell you when I'm free. Rosie still wants to do her first despatch and the cone will be easier for her. ... and me Unless you're planning on boning them - I'd best stay well away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurmurf Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 fabulous update, Lesley! I bet that pork will be absolutely DELISH! It's lovely to catch up on the ducks, rams and pigs and all the other excitement down on the farm. I do hope all goes so well for Carl and his work changes too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 As usual, it's been very interesting reading. Looking forward to the next instalment. All I can say is.......none of you are very observant....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Ok I have re-read the last few pages and checked your signature up and down, counted the Eglus and no hints or changes (was there?.... ) No clues as far as I can see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 yay. you have been sussed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Ahh, I've spotted it I was miles off then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 OOh i've spotted it to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 28, 2009 Author Share Posted September 28, 2009 The little ram lambs have gone now - the Herdwick mum has lost both her boys......she's happily munching grass.......the Shetland mum - who is our favourite, friendliest sheep - is lost and calling for her only boy We were early at the abattoir but were still in a queue, it's a very tiny abattoir and only just off a main road in a tiny village, the stock trailers soon pile up and you have to move the trailer very accurately and quickly - a bit nerve-racking for Carl I had to complete the forms and usually get back in the car after Carl has turned the trailer round but this morning they were letting the next trailer in at the same time to clear the backlog..........I had to catch Carl up out on the road........a lovely walk past all the 'proper' farmers........in my Pink Crocs - it makes them all smile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurmurf Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 expecting another? Really? FAB!!!! more news..... MORE NEWS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 28, 2009 Author Share Posted September 28, 2009 Yes, we're expecting!!! I'll go and post in the right section.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Oooo, how exciting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henriette Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 [quoteMy prediction is a goat or alpaca Alpacas are WONDERFUL! We had three and we adored them. Keep the foxes away too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 How lovely Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted October 23, 2009 Author Share Posted October 23, 2009 Moving house!! Time for the young ducks to move to the outside run. They were off heat and the door to the outbuilding had been open all day for some time. We put the ducks into their de-luxe carrier............. and took them to their temporary new home - a sectioned off part of the duck run.... They came out of the dustbin a bit mucky - and wouldn't go in their new pond for ages They eventually went into the little pond but we can't get them to stay in the coop - we get them in but they come back out......the door is being used as a ramp for the pond so we'll have to find another ramp. At least the weather is quite mild at the moment and they are fine in the morning. We appear to have more squeakers than quackers........more drakes than ducks.......the only one we are certain of at the moment is the yellow/white one with a black spot on her head....she's a duck. I think we may have 2 new layers and 4 duck dinners! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henriette Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 adorable young ducks and what a wonderful home they have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
