Three Acres and a Cow

I have a milestone birthday coming up in about a month.  In the grand scheme of things, it doesn't mean much, but I have had it on my mind.  Or, more honestly, I have been daydreaming of fabulous presents.  I love virtual shopping!  And it really takes the pressure off when I am very certain we don't have the money for any fabulous presents.  So no stress, and no disappointment.

Today I was daydreaming about an old-school American dream.  A family cow!



How great would that be?  What, no answer?  Let me break it down for you:

• Milk, in abundant supply.  So no more $3.00-$4.00 / gallon weekly drain.
• Manure (yes, manure).   Properly composted, it is fabulous for the garden.
• Calves.  Fun to watch grow, great 4H project, etc.
• Beef, from when the calves are all grown up.
• Cheese, Butter, Ice Cream, Buttermilk.  Yum, Yum, Yum.
• Animals bring joy and responsibility in equal parts to your life.  Great for kids to learn and experience both.

Now doesn't that sound like the ultimate in a birthday gift?  Mooo!

  

In other news, today I helped a small group of college students plant a vegetable garden.  I have the strangest part-time job!