Wordless Wednesday: Momma and Baby!

One of Tyson's favorite cows and her heifer calf. 

Normally this time of year we would be hauling our cows up north to grass. But because of the severe drought conditions this last year we are keeping our cows at the farm and feeding them daily in the lots. We have been blessed with some moisture, mainly in the form of snow. (I was not a fan of receiving a snow storm on May 1st, but because of the dire need for moisture I sucked it up and put a smile on my face!) A drive up to the pastures on Sunday was proof that they snow did us good. We are now starting to see green grass, a much better sight than the brown leaves that covered the land late last summer and fall. But it will still be a few weeks before we are able to let our cows out to grass. It is crucial that we let the grass "bounce back" a little before we allow it to be grazed. So it means daily feedings with the feed truck for the boys! But to be honest, I don't mind being able to see the Mommas and their babies for just a while longer.

May Day, or Snow Day

This year instead of a May Day celebration we had a Snow Day celebration. Although I am a little sick of mother nature presenting us with beautiful, sunny 60 degree days to only hit us with one more snow storm we still celebrated. The winter wheat and pastures desperately needed the moisture and although snow is not ideal, it is welcome! Here's to hoping this moisture streak continues, just maybe a little less snow and a lot more rain.

This was the start or our May Day, it continued to snow more throughout the day. 

The cows are excited for snow, hoping that they will soon have plenty of green grass to eat!