Busy Day

Halloween was a busy day.  I took Sadie and Allie to their gymnastics class first thing.  After class was over, Virginia picked them up and I headed to our other farm to help work the fall calving cows and calves.  

Joe and Mike didn't really need much help.  They had already gotten the cattle up and sorted and were three quarters done vaccinating the cows.  

That just left the calves.  

I pretty much just had to do one shot.  

Joe and Mike took care of castrating and ear notching.  

You've got to love all those cute faces. 

The mama cows did not wait patiently.  

They were all in the pick up line ready to claim their baby.  We were done by one.  Joe took  us to the Dutch Pantry for lunch.  

And you already know about the Trick or Treating.  Busy Day.
 

Happy Halloween

Virginia thought they might need help with Trick or Treating this year so she asked me to come join them. 

I was glad to help with the new little pumpkin.  

Everyone was very excited to head to town.  

They went the same neighborhood as last year.  Most of the people that were participating were sitting outside on their porches or in the driveways.  Some had firepits going.  It was all very family friendly.  

I particularly liked the large alien with all the little aliens.    

I think if I was handing out treats I might have to institute a height restriction.  There were some pretty big "kids" out there.  

After 1 1/2 hours their buckets were full and they were ready to head home.  

You might wonder where Sadie got this fancy mustache.  

It was from me.  I probably didn't have on the most politically correct costume but I used what I had.  

I didn't get any candy but I had the sweetest girls out there.  
 

Horse Day

The weather continues to be unbelievably nice.  

It is hard to not want to go for a little ride.  Otoelene was up for the task.  

I thought Golden Boy might come running around but he kept his distance.  No distractions, no issues, just another nice ride.  

Meanwhile, on Facebook, I saw this reel where someone body art clipped their horse.  It was pretty amazing.  Maybe we should try this on Clyde.  
 

Leaves

I got to pick up Sadie and Allie from school again Tuesday. The weather is still nice and they wanted to ride Clyde. 

On the way to the barn I sat them down at the maple tree for a nice fall picture. 

Allie picked up a leaf to give me. 

She was also first at poop patrol.  I am afraid I am making poop patrolling more fun than riding. 

Clyde was a little more spunky than usual. I did t have to chase him with the whip as much as I usually do. 

Then was switched and Sadie took over the pitchfork, 

while Joe lead Allie around. 

She even did a little riding by herself. 

And she also wanted to pet Otoelene by herself.  She has come a long way with being brave around animals now. 
 

Views

The weather has been beautiful and so is the fall scenery. 

Coming home a couple of days ago I was greeted by this fantastic moon rise. 

The next morning dawned with a glowing sunrise. 

Every day I get to enjoy this stunning red maple.  

 It is beautiful at every turn. 

What On Earth Is That Thing

We have been diligently sorting through my parent’s house. We found this. 

You may ask, “What is that thing?”  

It is a fly swatter my father had in his office at VPI.  My brother asked him one time why he was using that fly swatter. His response was “I want to give the flies a fighting chance.”
 

Spooky

The craft project I did with Sadie and Allie the other day turned out great. It involved glue, glitter and googly eyes. Pompoms and beads were added but not in the directions. 

Sadie made three. 

And Allie did two. Now, with my spooky ghosts window clings, I am all decked out for Halloween.