There are still plenty of other things happening on the farm or so these little chicks thought as they mounted yet another escape.
These were labelled Rhode Island Reds at the feed store but I am not terribly sure what they are now- they should be redder than this by now but their feathers are growing in quite a different shade- however they are good and strong and layers (I hope).
I love my worn out roosters.
The sun shone all day and Sheila was happy. 
Oh ALL RIGHT then. I was just tricking. You don’t want to talk about mystery chicks or happy pigs. You want to see more of Txiki the other Chickie.
Back to Txiki and Alex then. 
This is one of my favourite shots of Txiki and her mother Alex. The calf is feeding well and doing everything expected and the level of care from her mother is extraordinary. Not obsessive or negative, just gentle and constant. A joy to watch. And thank goodness I can get in close too. This is the strongest calf I have ever had born here – she is literally jogging about the yards on day one. 
I am worn out. But today Inaki and I will begin to turn Poppys big house into a farrowing pen. Everything but the two panels that I will have prepared and will put up in the last few days. I am not 100% sure that Poppy is pregnant yet but as proven by Alex it is better to be ahead of the game.
I hope you have a lovely day.
I will.
Love celi
The Kitchen's Garden 
33 responses to “Not the only show ..”
Oh, you ole trickster, you! hahaha… of course we want to hear of everything on the farmy. But you’re quite correct to assume that, as Kate says, Txiki is the flavour of the moment. It’s wonderful to read about such an attentive Mum and that baby! Phew! She looks to be a real beauty. I love the gloss of the coats that all your calves seem to have. Is it indicative of the breed that they be particularly strong? A beautiful start to the new season! Have a great day! ~ Mame 🙂
I don’t think we will ever tire of seeing this wee little Txiki!
Loved seeing baby chicks trying to escape and a happy Sheila. 😉 Mom and daughter are just lovely and delightful. Do get some rest. Sounds like you are going to need it.
C. Is there any way you can get a shot of little miss T. next to another farmy member or human, just to get a size comparison? Do you think Inaki could possible take a shot of you and baby…with your back turned, of course! 🙂 Would love to see just how really tiny she is! Those eyelashes…Oh my!
Yes, very good idea, I will try.. c
Actually, it was wonderful to see Sheila smiling. The new baby is really gorgeous with those long, pretty lashes. And Alex looks more calm than she has ever looked.
That little calf is just beautiful! I always love a cow/calf, pig/piglets. and chickens in any form!
Linda
Txiki is lovely, she reminds me of a fine bar of dark chocolate. Strange thing to say about a just born calf, but there you have it! Motherhood seems to suit Alex, she is looking fine as well. Delightful to see Sheila, matriarch of the barnyards, smiling.
Beautiful! After last year’s calves (the dairy cast-offs) you and the farm deserve a healthy fun loving calf.
Few things are more heart-warming that observing animals instinctively caring for their babies. And Sheila looks like she doesn’t have a care in the world.
Tiki que guapa eres!
Txiki que guapa eres!
Chicks, calves… all good here 🙂
Last night there was a foodie TV show (Manu from MKR) exlorijg France-Spain-Basque region. Basque food is amazing! Great to be able to create some with input from Inaki & his sister.
Yes, wasn’t it great! Methinks we are so lucky in Oz with the quality of our ‘food shows’. I am a ‘Masterchef gal’ myself [now quite formally designated the best in the world – much of Europe gets it years later but prefers it to that of their own!] and it has taken awhile for me to warm up to Manu Feildel and MKR, especially since I don’t care for Paleo Pete . . . have learned a lot this year . . . Oh, Txiki has already marked her presence on the farmy, no doubt of that!!
I’m finally set up with my computer unpacked. 4 days after arriving home. I slept for two days straight. Txiki is a beaut and so happy that Alex took so well to mothering. I’m wondering if her allowing you access to Txili, if her acceptance of you will grow. Lots of love, Gayle
The chicks are still adorable, no matter what they are. That is one handsome rooster. I’m glad Sheila had sunshine. So glad Alex is a good mama.
They are very cute, but so is Sheila 😉