Our cow, Asaki, decided to have her calf last night at around 11. Alas, a bull, but a really handsome guy.
Between helping the boss with her and a 3:30 barn check I am kind of stupid today...but here are some pics of him plus another bull calf. The bottom calf is Licorice's Maxwell son.
Maxwell is at ABS, as a young sire. We have two calves by him, both bulls, alas, but they are really outstanding. Of course, if you look at his mama, here, you can probably see why. Liz has good taste.
I know it's your business to have girl babies, but gee...they're so cute!
ReplyDeleteThe new bull is really a looker, though - I hope that makes him easier to sell (if that's your goal).
ReplyDeleteMan Wish I had more room, would buy him from ya he really looks good !!!!
ReplyDeleteLove ya
Mappy
AHHH! I showed the kids to Terry, we both agree...good looking calves!
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so sweet but hoping you get a Maxwell heifer next time.
ReplyDeleteWow. Can't imagine what you're experiencing in the middle of the night, but the product is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteSorry they've got the nuisance of a 'y' gene :)
I have this dream or fantasy about being a farmer, then I read your blog about how you guys are up throughout the night birthing babies and all and then realize how much I like to sleep lol! I think my farm fantasy will be strictly grain! Ha Ha!
ReplyDeleteJune, they are aren't they. Surely wish they were ladies
ReplyDeleteRev. Paul, not sure what we will do with them yet. Boss wants to sell, we want to raise for beef. We'll see what happens.
Mappy, he would surely have the best of lives up there with you folks. Love you too.
Linda, thanks, Liz has already ordered some more of the Maxwell bull. they are simply amazing, smart, vigorous, good looking boys.
Lorraine, we are surely going to be trying because we really like them, thank you
Cathy, thanks, maybe we will have better luck with the next one.
Tim, they totally engage every aspect of your life. We are used to it, but I can't remember when we have not always had to leave parties early if we go at all and never miss a single day of chores except for our week at camp...and then Liz and the boss have to stay home. There are days when grain surely looks good to me. lol