05/25/2026
There is something truly magical about springtime and baby season on the farm. 🐐🐣🐶🐰 Every corner of the barn seems to hold new life, tiny sounds, and little reminders of how beautiful God’s creation really is. From wobbly baby goats learning to stand, to fluffy chicks chirping under the heat lamp, to sleepy puppies cuddled together, and soft baby bunnies tucked safely in their nests — these moments never get old.
One of the greatest blessings of this life is watching our children experience it all firsthand. They are learning lessons every single day that simply can’t be taught from a workbook alone. They are learning patience while sitting quietly with newborn animals. They are learning gentleness as they carefully hold tiny bunnies and chicks in their hands. They are learning responsibility through feeding, cleaning, and helping care for animals that depend on them.
Farm life teaches children that life is precious. They learn that every animal needs care, kindness, and attention. They see firsthand the beauty of new beginnings and the importance of hard work. They learn that not every day is easy, but every day is meaningful.
Watching our boys help during kidding season has been one of the most rewarding experiences as parents. Seeing their excitement when a new baby goat takes its first steps or hearing them laugh as puppies tumble around the pen reminds us why we chose this life. These are the childhood memories we prayed they would have — muddy boots, tiny paws, baby animal snuggles, and days spent outside learning from the world around them.
There’s something special about children growing up understanding where life comes from, how to nurture it, and how important compassion truly is. The farm is teaching them more than animal care — it’s teaching them patience, empathy, responsibility, work ethic, and gratitude.
The days are long, the chores never end, and the laundry pile somehow always grows bigger during baby season… but we wouldn’t trade this life for anything. These moments are fleeting, and we are soaking up every single one of them.
From bottle babies in the kitchen, to chicks in the brooder, to bunny nests hidden in the barn, and puppies snuggled up with mama — our farm is full of life, love, and lessons we will cherish forever. ❤️