Only 2 goat kids so far. They were lucky enough to be born the day after the temps were in single digits. They had a few short days to warm up, and then we're back to frigid again. At least we are supposed to warm up this weekend, just in time for another water sampling in the creek...if it melts enough that we can get back there safely.
I hope it stays warm enough to melt the big ice slick that goes the whole length of the driveway. I have been neglecting my dog-walking duties because of it. I can put grippers on my shoes, but the dogs are still slipping and sliding their way to the road. Off the driveway, it is still too difficult to walk in the deep snow with an icy crust on top.
We are all happy for the big fence in the back. The boys have enough paths worn through so that at least they can get some exercise out there. Old Woody and his old mom still prefer the living room with the wood stove all fired up, but young Cyrus enjoys the snow and the cold. When he isn't making snow dog angels, he just lies down. Even in single-digit weather he will lay out there as long as I let him.
The rest of us are ready for spring.
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