Reflections for New Year’s Eve

2020 has definitely been a unique year for everyone. I hope this blog, from Wally here at Sandy Acres, reaches you and your family in hopeful spirits as the New Year is about to arrive. As much as I’ve enjoyed extra time with Mom, Marie, this year, I know she’s hoping for a great 2021.

With all the things going on in the world, Mom and I tried to remember and enjoy the small things: sunrises, sunsets, and lots of animal snuggles. We had many baby animals born this year including a March, May, and September lambing season. For cattle births, they started in February and concluded in August with a total of 38 calves born. The last baby animal born this year was a Miniature Donkey born the day before Thanksgiving and his name is Wonky. We will talk more about him in my next blog.

To be honest, I know that the virus really disrupted all the humans’ lives this year, but I really enjoyed Mom, Marie, being home with me most of the summer. She really looks forward to taking the Miniature Herefords to many fairs and shows throughout the summer and fall, but most of them were canceled this year. She did finally have the opportunity to go to a small breed show the first weekend of October, Mini Mafia Upper Midwest Regional Show, and the Kids & Cows event the following weekend.

Another highlight of the year was that the Farmer’s Market on the Farm grew in neighborhood awareness and was enjoyed as a local location for many to get meat, veggies, and other items throughout the summer on Monday evenings. The Farm is still open every Monday evening from 3pm-7pm for Beef and Lamb meat purchases (or by appointment) for the winter and spring. We are excited to also host the Farmer’s Market again in 2021.

Happy New Year to y’all! We are very excited for 2021 and new adventures!

Sincerely, Wally the Trusted Border Collie