Our beloved Jersey cow Matilda, who passed away February 10, absolutely loved calves. She would nurse any and every calf who wanted milk. As a result, we called her our Universal Donor.
Yesterday I caught Amy, Matilda's adult daughter, engaging in the same practice. Double-dipping, anyone?
One calf is hers, and the other is little Ferdinand.
As far as I'm concerned, having a Universal Donor is an excellent thing on a farm ... plus it's a testimony to Matilda's gentle, generous nature -- something she clearly passed on to her daughter.
Brought a smile to my face! Sweet, sweet critters you have there.
ReplyDeleteMy Momma taught me that there is always room at the table for one more! ;-)
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteYes, I totally understand the blessing to have a cow that is so good natured as to "adopt" a needy baby, it can sure come in handy if a calf loses it's mother for whatever reason. :-)
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