Jocelyn,

A couple pictures of our cow. We are wondering/hoping she is pregnant. I was off on dates. (lost my notebook) And was sure she'd be due in September. But after thinking about it remembered we got her at thanksgiving last yr. She later (unsure date) went into heat. We had her AI'd. Next month she was again in heat. We AI'd her then (January?) and she has not come into heat again. Now it is November. Her bag is small. Her belly is firm and has been at least a week. Not sure what else to look for short of a test. Any cow people with thoughts on it?

Cookies...

Our Neighbors like to bring treats to the girls and they were thrilled with the platter of cookies they were given. And since I am not on grains and sugars we didnt really bake much this yr. So it was even more liked due to that.
~Momma

Egg Nog

I am a lover Of Eggnog. And I love Alton Brown's recipe. Though I generally use 1 TBS Rum Flavoring instead of the alcohol. Last night I used 1 TBS of Brandy since I had nothing else. It was so yummy! I could live off this stuff in the winter. I also use Honey and at times use part stevia in it.
I really recommend trying this. I do the raw version. Farm fresh eggs and Milk really make the best eggnog ever!

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/eggnog-recipe2/index.html

Try it and let me know what you think! Or come on over and I'll make you some!
~Momma

Queso Blanco - With Family visiting

Us ladies decided to try our hand at a new cheese. (for us) Queso Blanco. It was really tasty. We made it let it hang a while (couple hrs) then sliced, salted and fried it. It was really easy! And oh so tasty! We had to run some out to the men to try.
I really want to learn how to make more cheeses. I only wish they were all this easy! Try it. I think you'll be pleased!
We ate about 3 LBS that day! There were 16 of us. And I think all liked it. I didn't hear complaining at least.
~Momma