Frustratedearthmother's Journaling Journey

[baymule]

So cute!

 

[farmerjan]

Was that expected or a surprise??? Cute... baby goats are adorable... then they get older and get to be impossible little wretches.....saving me from falling for them and getting some....LOL

 

[frustratedearthmother]

I've been waiting for that little guy for a while now. The actual breeding happened during a buck escape in July when my DD was hospitalized. So, while the timing for this breeding wasn't my idea, I did know she was bred.

 

[flowerbug]

when do the fishies arrive?

 

[frustratedearthmother]

when do the fishies arrive?

I need to call the fish farm! I'm ready - but not sure what optimal water temp is for "transplanting."

 

[flowerbug]

I need to call the fish farm! I'm ready - but not sure what optimal water temp is for "transplanting."

they should know! i'd be surprised if it is fall but perhaps it will happen.

 

[frustratedearthmother]

Talked to the folks at the fish hatchery this morning. Boo. They shut down their public retail sales between mid Nov - January. I asked if it was weather related, and she said it's not. Cool fall and spring weather is great to transport and stock the fish. The reason for the pause in sales is two-fold. First - they generally don't get a lot of individual orders this time of year. Second - they are a family business that works 7 days a week the rest of the year, so they take the holiday season off. That's ok - they start taking orders again around mid/late January and sales start back up in February.

The lady I talked to was sweet and really helpful. Told her about the size of the pond and the species that I'm interested in. She'll work up a "suggested order" of the proper number of fish and minnows. I'm a little bummed I can't get them now, but all in all not a big deal. Grandson might not be as chill about it, lol. He's ready to fish! Guess he's not going to enjoy waiting for the fish to grow!

The species we talked about are:

Coppernose Bluegill Sunfish

Discover the natural history and conservation needs of the Coppernose Bluegill Sunfish. Learn about its habitat requirements and management.

danburyfishfarms.com

Redear Sunfish

Discover the natural history and conservation needs of the Redear Sunfish. Learn about its habitat requirements and management.

danburyfishfarms.com

Live Largemouth Bass For Sale

Looking for live largemouth bass for sale? Danbury Fish Farms offers high-quality, live largemouth bass to stock your lake or pond for a fun fishing experience!

danburyfishfarms.com

Fathead Minnows For Sale

Looking for fathead minnows for sale? Danbury Fish Farms offers high quality fathead minnows to stock as a quality food source for your sportfish in your pond!

danburyfishfarms.com

 

[flowerbug]

aw darn!

at least three of those will need some kind of brushy cover for spawning and protecting the youngsters. i don't know Large Mouth Bass at all as i've never fished for them explicitly but i have caught my share of Small Mouth Bass which are super fighting fish.

 

[frustratedearthmother]

I finally received the three Red Mulberry trees that I had ordered some time ago. I'll need to find some panel pieces so I can protect them from the critters. They'll be planted in the pasture, in the vicinity of the pond, but not too close that the leaves are an issue.

Almost finished Christmas shopping. Kinda went overboard with the grands this year. Can't wait until they get here. Their school break doesn't start until the 22nd. That's too late in my opinion! But they don't go back until 1-8. Not sure how long they'll want to stay here, but I hope they're here the entire time!

DH had a Physical Therapy assessment yesterday. They're going to request an extension so he can get more visits. Hope insurance agrees.

Today is our anniversary - 22 years! We talked about going to our favorite steak place for lunch. Hope he feels like getting out.

Need another cup of coffee before I get out and start chores. Rain is in the forecast for late evening/early tomorrow morning.

 

[flowerbug]

I finally received the three Red Mulberry trees that I had ordered some time ago. I'll need to find some panel pieces so I can protect them from the critters. They'll be planted in the pasture, in the vicinity of the pond, but not too close that the leaves are an issue.

yum! i had some once and they were delicious.

Almost finished Christmas shopping. Kinda went overboard with the grands this year. Can't wait until they get here. Their school break doesn't start until the 22nd. That's too late in my opinion! But they don't go back until 1-8. Not sure how long they'll want to stay here, but I hope they're here the entire time!

DH had a Physical Therapy assessment yesterday. They're going to request an extension so he can get more visits. Hope insurance agrees.

congrats to him for getting this far and i hope more will help him further along. congrats to you both on the anniversary!