Easter Weekend

As I look back on the Easter weekend that we have just been through, I thank God for all that He has given for us. I was able to leave Manhattan and go back to the farm for the weekend. Before I was at home I stopped and helped my boyfriend's family work their calves. Working the calves means we were giving them vaccinations so that they will not contract any diseases during their life. We also mark them with a brand so that way each owner knows how many cattle are where and whose they are, in case of a mix up. They do things very different than we do, since they are a different operation. After we had finished with the 93 head it was time for me to go home.

While at home dad was spraying alfalfa for aphids which are bugs who eat and destroy our crops. Thankfully he got almost all of the fields sprayed before the rains came on Sunday night. I got home just in time to go to one of our family gatherings. Here many talked about farming (guys) and other caught up on where people are and what they are doing now a days. It had been a long time since I had seen that side of the family so I was glad to catch them up on what I am doing here at KSU.

 

Easter morning, I was woke up by my mother and the traditional saying, " HE is risen!" and I answered " HE is risen indeed!!" After a wake up call such as that my day was off to a great start. I was asked to go out to our pasture to feed the spring calved cows, and yes their calves. So, I gladly hopped on the tractor and headed out to the pasture where the cows were anxiously waiting for breakfast. Our family didn't all attend sunrise service, but I was glad I got to while I was on the tractor. The beauty of the sun peaking through the clouds and waking all others was truly a wonderful sight. After chores were finished, we headed to church. Many families had extended members and of course I got to see one of my favorite elderly church member, Bernice Bartel. Our family was also extended because we had a couple cousins out for lunch, and mom even made us hunt Easter baskets like always. It was a great day of fellowship and remembrance of what the Lord did for us.

Moose and Murphy

Once evening hit it was time for Sarah, my sister, and I to hit the road and go back to school although we never like leaving. Sarah wanted to take her dog Murphy back to school with her but she isn't allowed, and Moose well he wanted to come with me :). All in all we are thankful for the time we get to spend with family friends, and others, and thank the Lord for the day when it is at its close. ~ God Bless~

Welcome!

Welcome to all who are interested in the life of a Kansas family farm. I am a fifth generation farmer/rancher in central Kansas. I am the daughter of a very hard working family who keep the day to day processes going. My father, uncle and grandfather are all at home working on the farm/ranch while I am finishing my education at Kansas State University in Animal Science and Industries, with a certificate in Beef Cattle Ranch Management. I am wanting to keep anyone who is interested in the farm and ranch style of life in contact with those who continue the dedication on a daily basis. So I am going to try my best to keep things up to date as the summer is approaching and continues on. Please feel free to ask questions as I start this new challenge!