Farm Life - New Year plans by Roger Hill
A very happy New Year to you all. It’s often a time to look forward with renewed hope and optimism. Maybe thumbing through holiday brochures seeking summer sun, adventure or relaxation. If you’re a gardener it will be seed catalogues, planning what to grow and whereabouts to plant. As a farmer it is always nice to sit in front of the wood burner of an evening and check out the shiny new machinery on offer in the trade magazines. Price of course is no problem as I imagine driving the largest, most colourful tractor with tea making facilities and televised sports events! Neighbours line up in their fields to marvel at my new purchase. They are cheering and shouting and then start poking me in the ribs, “Wake up! Wake up! I need your help with a pregnant ewe!” Startled from my dreamy slumber by my nearest and dearest, clad in boiler suit, thick coat and wellies, it is time to face the bitter chill and head outside to the lambing shed. With snowflakes falling, it is a reminder that each season brings its own challenges. The main thing is to have planned ahead. ‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (website: quoit-at-cross.co.uk)
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