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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
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 Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 8:10:56 PM
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well thought i would chime in too. it is truly a hard choice. our dexter girls are out on pasture. we have coyotes here. where the girls live there were 5 packs howling in the canyon to each other. lisa my friend took her gun out and shot it to get them moving. the girls will calve in april and may and will need their horns. on the other hand i chose goats with no horns. grandkids love the goats. so buttercup has horns. i milk her. she is a mini jersey cross.i hate her horns. yet they are beautiful. she is careful but she uses them for sure. i thought about the band system. papa says they are who she is. she is very cute with her jersey eyes and big old horns. so i am divided.i agree its more natural with them. i get my shirts and pants caught on her horns daily. she bathes me with her tongue while i brush her.made more cheese. gets better every time. so far colby wins and mozz. too just a thought or two i have been pondering. i helped a friend run cows through a chute for vacs and bangs. they banded a bulls horn. it had to come off. it was growing into his head every 6 monthe or so. just like castrating only its a band for the horn.seems more humane than cutting them off. especially if done in winter no fly season. whats your thoughts? sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 9:23:15 PM
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Channah,
You did what is the right thing for you to do. Everyone's circumstance is different from others. Don't worry about what others say, for no one knows your shoes. I am very sure that you arrived at your decision with great thought and research, also you had your parents advice and wisdom. No one has judge you, nor should anyone either.
Please, rest assured, you did what you had to do and your choice is the right one... the right one for Channah and nobody else.
It is ok!
:o)
HUGS!
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 9:33:46 PM
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Thank you soo much Karrieann! I always try and make everyone happy but am finding that I can't. You are soo sweet to think of me! Thank you my friend!!!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 9:43:58 PM
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My word how things can just get way out of hand. Kris, no worries with me and you - I understand that typing is not like being face to face - I am not trying to say anyone's decission is right or wrong - I am simply trying to pass information on. I agree everyone's farm is different - but I also know that unless you are able to hear (Or read) other information you might not be getting a full picture. The information I passed on was not only from my farm but the hundreds I shear for, vet for and sell too. Since I also ran hundreds of sheep, goats, alpacas and llamas I am also able to see the interaction of many species together and many social structures including running a farm business with the general public coming and going.
I guess I should stick with four legged comunication because somewhere this got all screwed up. Sorry if you felt I was judging you or if other's felt their decissions were being questioned. For those who do not know me you might want to read my blog - you will then understand a bit more about me and my farm.
I wish you all great joy with your animals.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.artfire.com
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 9:53:14 PM
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Grace, their are no worries! And I want to thank you again for your help!! I know you love your animals with a pashion and are doing what is right for them! It is so hard when posting because so many times it comes out the wrong way. It is very diffrent than talking face to face. You have way more experience than me and I love your input! All of your ladies input is wonderful!! I gave Ebony and great big hug and kiss for you!! I hope we can still be friends. It seems I always take things personal. So please forgive me for that.
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 10:21:27 PM
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Heck - it takes a lot more then this to get me not to like you... You know that I am always here for you and please never take things that I type as a personal attack - trust me I am really here to help. I know how hard it is to make those types of decissions and I want you to feel strong in your choices.
Now I hope everyone takes a deep breathe, goes out and hugs their four legged family members and has a restful sleep. Monday morning will bring all new adventures. I hope to post tomorrow some of the pictures of the new goat babies - they got to play outside after a big snow storm Saturday and just before the next storm will arrive on Tuesday - life's little joys.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.artfire.com
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 07:30:37 AM
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oh I would love to see pictures!!!! I am so glad we are still friends!! You really have truly helped so much! Both you and Kris and the other wonderful goat ladies have helped me alot! Thank you all again!!!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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solilly
True Blue Farmgirl
726 Posts
Lillian
Williamsburg
Virginia
USA
726 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 3:05:43 PM
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Grace and Channah you two are great I think both of you have put your thoghts and feelings on the line and no one meant to hurt any one and that is why we are all sisters. This is good for all of us. Love Lilly 
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 4:20:05 PM
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Grace, You animals are just beautiful!! They look so healthy and happy!! I read Sherlocks story. So funny!! I think we could use him here as we have 3 cars. I mean 1 truck and 2 cars. :) Are your goats fiber goats? Thanks so much for sharing them with me! There stunning!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 4:29:27 PM
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They really are beautiful goats. And the horns on that buck! I would keep them, too. Just to see how long they'll get. And what a car washer. I need him right now, too. And that's so sweet about Monica and Mishka. You just never know how an animal will react. Good for her. I am going to have to try your recipe for those chocolate cashews. Yum! I have a fridge in my milkroom.
Kris
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 4:39:43 PM
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Those do look soo good Grace!!! I will have to try it!!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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