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It's early morning. Waaay early. But unfortunately both Steve and I work full time jobs in addition to our farm business. People often ask how we can do it all? If you want something bad enough, you make it happen. If you love that something, working twice as hard to find a way to do it all is much more fulfilling. That is why, on a day like today, I don't mind leaving the farm to go do my other job.
I am an Environmental Scientist/consultant for a company, Environmental Health & Engineering, outside of Boston Massachusetts. I have been working for that company for almost 10 years now. Long ago, when I decided to dive into this farming venture, they supported me and found a way to let me work from home. Every now and then I go down to my office or visit with clients. Its a good way for me to almost take a day off from farming. I may work here at home consulting all day, but I can get up from my desk at any moment and tend to the farm if need be. Its a nice feeling.
Today is a travel day for me. I am headed off the farm. I get to get dressed up in "city clothes", high heels and dresses. Things I don't usually do for the alpacas. The girls and boys here will be fine. I have neighbors that are like family who keep a very watchful eye on the herd while we are away. Not that they need a sitter, Steve will be out of work early this afternoon, but it is nice to know they are on the phone calling me with any noise or out of ordinary activity. They are like family and are akin to extra farm hands. My neighbors are wonderful people.
I managed to take care of the ice skating rinks yesterday. My plan to add wood shavings really did the trick. There is a great deal of traction out there. Its even more safe for me, Farmer Karrie. Well, enough writing for this morning. Off to the barn for morning chores, then off to work. Big day in the city!
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