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A Hog Jog and king of the hill

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Good morning! As you sip your morning coffee, I wanted to share a few morning photos from around the farm one morning recently…

A group of sheep grazing in a grassy field near a gravel path, with a tree branch framing the scene.

KING OF THE HILL
The sheep ditched their paddock today to play king of the hill on our rock.

Sorry for the blurry pic. It was taken through the kitchen window…

BEFORE THAT…
They greeted me from RIGHT outside our kitchen window and even playing on our front steps…

A flock of sheep grazing on green grass near a vehicle, with some sheep actively feeding on the ground while others stand nearby.
A flock of sheep grazing in a green field, with a lamb nursing from its mother in the foreground. Behind them, several other sheep are visible, along with a cow in the background. The scene depicts a peaceful rural setting.

Back home…
and ready to nurse.

Two young chicks exploring a lush green grass field, showcasing their fluffy feathers and curious nature in a natural outdoor setting. Ideal for articles about poultry raising or backyard farming.

Baby turkeys!

These baby turkeys came out of their brooder just for a photoshoot! They loved the sun on them, and will permanently be on fresh grass in no time!

HOG JOG!!!

These happy guys were going for their morning run when I came to see them. Then they stopped to say a very friendly “hello.”

A group of pigs grazing in a sunlit field filled with tall grass and straw, showcasing their natural behavior in a rural setting.
A group of pigs foraging in a sunny field, surrounded by tall grass and trees, with a trailer visible in the background.
A person feeding a group of friendly pigs in a grassy farmyard, showcasing sustainable farming practices and animal care in a rural setting.
Free-range chickens foraging in a grassy field near a red chicken coop under a clear blue sky, surrounded by trees.
A flock of free-range chickens foraging in a grassy area, showcasing a variety of breeds including brown and speckled hens, with a background of fencing and natural vegetation.

Hens!

Can you spot the different breeds of hens? Some breeds lay brown eggs, a few lay olive, bluish, and white. The quality of the egg doesn’t depend on its color, but on how it’s raised. (And we LOVE the beautiful colors they lay!)