As we finish up the year, we had over 9 cows sold in one week in December. A weekly record for us this year. We are happy and sad to send our cattle out but we know that all the buyers are excited about starting their own herd.
Our final cowshed was completed this last week. The pasture for the young bulls will finally have a shed for them to run to with ugly weather approaching.
As the season changes here in Texas, the grasses start to turn brown, the trees lose their leaves, and the chill is in the air. The cattle stay closer to the outdoor shed for protection against the cold wind. We are happy to spend time each and every morning feeding all the cattle, horses, dogs and cats on the ranch. Winters are slower so we can focus on spending more time with all our animals.
Shadow
It was with great sadness that I share that we lost our dear horse, Shadow. Shadow was a rescue horse that we had for over 15 years. He was beautiful, but boy did he have an outgoing personality. My nickname for him was “butthead”, but I loved his spirit. Shadow loved to bother all the other horses. Come and play with me was what he wanted in life. He will be sorely missed.