71

Here are a couple more shots I took when looking for one for Sunday's post.

Went out at four to check cow number 71, Cisco. She is bred to Silky Cousteau and the boss thought she would calve last night. Not yet, but soon I think. I gave her fresh straw and gave the springers and fresh cows some hay while I was out there. Chucked some wood in the stove on the way in. A big hunk of log tried to roll out the door on me when I opened it, but I caught it with the shovel. Burning good this morning, house is nice and warm..

Roosters were in full flap and crowing up a storm, despite the fact that the only light was from the stars, my flashlight, and cars on the Thruway. Silly birds. Liz thinks somebody dropped us off a couple of ball bearing mouse traps last night. There was a big orange cat and a small black one on the porch when she came in from checking the cow before bed. This winter, what with coyotes, owls and all was really rough on the barn cat population so I guess I don't mind so much if they stick around.