Category: KAT Ballou

Sunday …

Not exactly what church is thought to be …  Last evening I had made a difficult decision but knew it was the correct one for all…I had peace…  I slept well and woke peaceful well rested.  Every morning it is my job to take the sheep to pasture for the day. Today KAT and I …

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And NOW there are FIVE…puppies

SIGH… I love puppies! the relationship I build with each puppy is an amazing journey… First they come into the world into my hands. I do what is needed only as needed… BOO so trusting me of me in the whelping nest. Yes not just trusting me but relying on me to assist as needed …

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My New and Used Stock Handling Equipment!

The afternoon was hot. I had been busy in the house and decided about 2:00 PM to go to the sheep pens and try out my new and used stock handling equipment. I had been thinking about this for several days and looking forward to my new adventure. I took KAT, Journey, BOO and Bess …

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Simple Country Treasures….

I have been watching the moon the last couple of nights as it grows. The big orange ball as it comes up over the trees…Shrouded in clouds  then clear …I love the light it casts on the big field in front of our home.  I like to walk out and look round at the farm …

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Sitting At My Desk…

I am listening to all the different bells as the sheep go about their business of picking the fresh green grass. What a “Simple Country Pleasure” this is. Music that is unique.  Even the birds are quiet!  It is late…but the melody is soothing and peaceful… I have found with the help of my good …

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My Story…

May be long, I suppose…but here goes! We were getting ready for the AHBA March 9,10,11 herding trial at Maple Grove Farm… Thursday March 8th was a cool grey, cloudy day …it was late in the afternoon, and we had much still to do…Last minute things that can only be done last minute…. and then …

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Simply…KAT

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