How to Catch a Contrary Cow
What does it take to capture a contrary cow? I'll tell you the story.
Law Student Shows Promise as Farm Hand
Willing to tackle any farm task, Franklin Pierce Law Student, Jerry Martin, fed hay to the horses, goats, lamb, and donkey twice a day during his stay. As he dumped food in their buckets, Jerry fended off our two 800-pound sows, Sparkle and Charlotte. He knew to feed the young cattle extra food and hay, and he was helpful in stripping the plastic covering from 1,000-pound round bales of hay for the cattle.
Summer Camp Fun
Are you looking for a fun farm summer camp for your child? Look no further. My animals are here to bring joy to your child's eyes.
How the Old-Time Farmers Made Bricks
In the 1800s many homeowners made their own bricks. Here's how Miles Smith made the bricks that built the chimney in my house.
One Way Farmers Can Raise Money
Two building lots next to my farm are for sale. While this land is beautiful, it is not crucial to running Miles Smith Farm. At least one family will want to live on a five-acre lot with a view next to my farm. The other three-acre lot with a pond should make someone else happy. I can only hope that my new neighbors will love the land as much as I do.
Under the Stars With My Dogs
At 1 a.m., I dragged myself out of bed, pulled on my robe, then pushed puppy Joy out of her bed. She flopped like a beanbag, half in and half out of her bed. I shoved her out of the dog bed, and she rolled over with her legs still curled underneath. Finally, with one more push, she stood, yawned, stretched, then looked at me like I was crazy. Flora, my older dog, was up and already waiting at the bedroom door.