Sunday, July 3, 2011

An interesting morning & it's only 6:50 AM

Good morning everybody. I was an early riser as usual and ventured outside in the cool morning air to greet the day. Linda still asleep and from what I could see so was everyone else at the B & B.

I figured it wouldn't be long though because the B & B alarm was going off, namely the large red rooster sounding off. The goats were also making their familiar bleeting sounds as they made their way to my direction in single file. These are the adults and even the older goats seem to appreciate the attention of a gentle rub and soft conversation.

While petting the goats a large cat showed up that was mostly white with rings around his white tail. He commanded some attention as well. As all this was happening I heard a clapping sound and the mexican worker was getting the goats rounded up for the 6 AM milking. I decided to check out the milking process and discovered it was also medicine time. As they were in their stalls being milked a lady was using a large syringe to squirt a de-wormer into their mouths and you should have seen them fight back and then after getting the taste of the medicine shook their heads in disgust. Seems they have to do it from time to time and after giving it to them they will throw away their milk for a week until the medicine clears their system. She was taking careful note as their number to keep track of who had the dose. They only do a small group at a time so as to not shut down their whole milk operation at once.

Time to go wake up Linda and get ready for a gormet breakfast. Have a great day everyone.

13 comments:

  1. What a delightful post, Odie. So nice to be up bright and early with you taking in all the wonderful sights and sounds of the early morning activities on the farm. You painted a marvellous picture with your words...I really do feel as though I was right there beside you. I'm looking forward to the nice big breakfast now, too :)

    Enjoy your day! Say HI to Linda...I'm so pleased she's able to enjoy this weekend away after her operation ordeal!

    Big hug,
    Des xoxo

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  2. Very nice description, it does sound like an interesting morning. Bon apetit!

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  3. sounds like a lovely way to start your morning....I hope that breakfast was yummy and you enjoy the day!!

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  4. I think It is going to be a wonderful Sunday, dearest Odie. Mine has been lovely so far, it is 6 am. Sun is shining and I am enjoying a good coffee at the moment, raising it to you! Have a happy day, Odie

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  5. What a wonderful day to wake up to! I'm glad you got to see the milking. Have fun for the rest of the day, Odie.

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  6. Early morning is the loveliest time of day, I think. You are enjoying the best of it there, too!

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  7. Hi Odie. I agree that early morning can be the best part of the day. Hope you both enjoyed your breakfast! It's good to have some relaxing times like this, and that place with the goats certainly seems to hit the spot my friend!

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  8. lovely way to start your morning, Odie.

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  9. Pls visit with your lovely wife & cook up @ gourmet *re@kf@st for us too...so je@lous. heehee E*joy the 4 th my frie*d

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  10. Due to family holiday activities I'm getting a very late start on my blog reading today, Odie. I wish I could have been there to watch the goats being milked. I hope you and Linda had a great breakfast and an enjoyable day!

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  11. I remember when my daughter turned six we had a birthday party at a farm. One of al the little children's highlights was getting to watch the goat get milked and seeing the ostrich eggs!
    Happy Fourth of July...
    PS I'll bet Linda found some stunning earrings!

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  12. This sounds like a wonderful B&B. Our kids went to Ireland and stayed on a dairy farm. What a wonderful experience.
    I am an early riser and love this quiet time of the day.

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  13. Hope you have a nice, relaxing time! I'm sure the goats will miss you when you head home.

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