Well Im down sick (still) and on meds for it BUT work doesnt stop on the farm and despite what the Doctor says I have to take care of the critters and can not stay in bed. There are days when I consider quitting when it all just gets to be too much but the need to make a living trumps quitting.
I had triplets born tonight, the third DOA and the other two are in my bed getting warmed up before I give them their colostrum. One is destined to be a little girls 4H project. (donated)
Addendum: I did one last barn check a few minutes ago and that doe dropped a fourth buckling and he is alive and in the house with his brothers.
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.I feel for you. And I fully understand the need to be there for any animals under your care ! Animal caretakers don't get "sick days" - ever !
evergreen
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Jan 18, 2018
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You are so right there. Last year my doctor put me on bed rest for exhaustion this time of year. My friend Glenn ( a city boy) came down and took care of my livestock, brought groceries and medicines and took care of me and I was able to just sleep for several days straight. My one and only time I got sick days from the animals.
Awe I'm sorry that you are sick.
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