Benning and Bragg have been busy exploring more and more of the farm. This pair was so reserved when we first got them – we weren’t sure quite how things were going to go. Especially after Mac disappeared, we worried they wouldn’t quite find their way. However, after months of barely leaving the barns – they are full-fledged explorers. We’ve recently had …
Foggy Fall Mornings
After an insanely warm week, the brisk Fall air is finally moving back through. In the middle of our typical morning routines, Aaron caught these beauties of the front pasture. We’re so insanely lucky to see sunrises and stunning views like this on a whim.
Goats in the Goat House
The goats are officially enjoying their home, the Goat House. After the chaos of introducing the goats and Archie to their new area among the Goat Trails, we ended up tucking them away into the pole barn for a couple of days while the fences were repaired. Now – though – they’re back. And they love it. The whole herd followed us …
Cows in the Orchard
This is a story about why you don’t ever complain about the current amount of adventure in your life. (*Cough, cough, Aaron Crossley, cough*) On Sunday. While doing seemingly nothing at all, we acquired an ass. Not just any ass. Archibald Crossley I. We introduced Archie to his new buddies – the goats we own (I’m still entertained this is …
Welcome Home, Archie!
Our low-key, relax-and-recover Sunday got out of hand real fast. We had planned to go to the weekend’s auction – however when Isai and I caught a head cold and ultimately gave it to Aaron too – we were all down for the count. Luck would have it that Brian was at the sale again and kindly offered to bid for us …
We’re Adding a Goat House
Some of you likely aspire to one day own one of those gorgeous lakeside dream home with a backyard pool and boat house. I’m here to tell you where the fun is really at: a Goat House. You read that right. Naturally, with the acquisition of goats, we needed a Goat House. Most of you – the sane ones – would say …
The Free-Range Chickens
Day by day, it become more and more obvious that we only have a farm for the animals. Exhibit A: the freaking chickens. Not only did the chickens get an epic chicken palace as soon as they moved in here, but they are slowly making the entire farm their playground. Each and every morning – they impatiently wait at the …
Crossley Family Photos
Hi. I’m Laura and I have an addiction to family photos. It drives Aaron almost completely crazy – but after spending a couple of years snapping photos for happy families all over Kansas City, I am a firm believer in having moments captured. Sure – I usually follow through in the form of snapping photos all over the farm and documenting the …
We Lost a Goat and Chick
Any day in which we lose an animal is sad and gloomy. Today was a particularly crummy double-whammy. After treating a sick goat for the last couple of days, Aaron got out to the pen first thing this morning to discover she had passed overnight. Sadly, I don’t have a photo of her – a sweet little white gal with a …
Isai’s Very First Birthday Party on the Farm
Isai’s very 1st birthday came and went in a barrage of joy and chaos. We honestly couldn’t be happier with the way our little guy was able to celebrate. When we started planning for Isai’s 1st birthday – we were notably bummed by the threats of COVID-19. Technically, we’re still working from home everyday and social distancing whenever possible. Aaron and …