There has been a lot on my mind lately. I don’t know if it is the uncertain economy catching up with local foods, a flux of new CSAs or crazy weather making consumers doubt the CSA model but our CSAs numbers are way down. I am honestly scrambling. Trying to figure out how we might make ends meet this year and if we will be able to afford to farm next year. As much as I try to keep this space positive there is so much uncertainty right now and it is weighing on me. It seems agriculture across the board is feeling the hit. My friends that raise goats are struggling. My friends that run CSAs are struggling. Anyone I know who is trying to make a way for themselves is struggling.
Luckily I have a bit of a retreat–the barn. I have said before I am a bit of a responsibility junky. I love caring for people, animals, things, a place. And that is just the life I get to live. Too bad you don’t get paid to live this life. Oh well, struggles make us stronger right?
So come with me on a little far tour.
Contentment among the animals.
Mavis bottle feeding Miracle for one of the last times. Miracle will be going to a new home next week. thanks Michelle!
Just like children baby goats (kids) find the funniest things entertaining. This tube is a favorite.
Don’t stick your tongue out young man.
Flower likes to keep track of everyone.
So yes there are plenty of good things going on in the barn. If you would like a quick tour of chore time check out our video below.