Steven and I already have the dogs, chickens and ducks to keep us company, but as of this week we are now the proud owners of ....four cows! Well, three cows and a male calf. These lovely animals were part bequeathed to us so we feel very grateful - not only are they fine specimens, but they are also extremely good natured and.. well... good looking! The baby is 2 months old and half Highland (big and furry), and two of the three cows are expecting similar calves in the spring. How exciting!

They all seem very content with their new home, and spend a lot of time at the top of the field, watching me, Steven and Elmer go about our business. Oh and Elmer finds the sight of anything munching on hay delightfully funny...