Kids friend spent the night

[skyhightree1]

My kids friend that lives in the city and they met through my wife spent the night she was so nice and manorable I was shocked. She wanted to see all the farm animals and seen the smokehouse with hams and was surprised they weren't in the fridge. I spilled something she grabbed a towel and was helping before I knew it. I asked her if she likes sweet potatoes and if she knew where they came from she said no.. I got my kids to take her to the garden I found a nice hill told her pull the vine out came some sweet potatoes she was so excited then she dug up the others and had the biggest smile it was nice.. made my day..njust thought bid share.

 

[Brute 23]

Good... there is hope! Sounds like your kids have a good head on their shoulders also to have a friend like that. That should make you proud.

 

[slick4591]

Glad there are kids still willing to learn those types of new things.

 

[backhoeboogie]

Refreshing. Thanks.

 

[ddd75]

nice story but its pretty sad that it has to be told.

 

[Workinonit Farm]

Very good, sky! I love it!

On Thursday, I had a couple of ladies out to our place, with their kids, which they home-school, for a "field trip". They saw the baby pigs, fed my sows, held rabbits, learned about ruminants, saw skulls of different species of critters, collected leaves from various trees & plants and wrote down the identifications. They saw various types of vegetable plants and learned that string beans can also be yellow and purple. It was quite an eye opener for a couple of them, as well as one of the moms. It was a good time for all.


I'm glad your daughter's friend was willing to deal with the dirt and enjoyed learning about that kind of thing.

 

[TCRanch]

Very good, sky! I love it!

On Thursday, I had a couple of ladies out to our place, with their kids, which they home-school, for a "field trip". They saw the baby pigs, fed my sows, held rabbits, learned about ruminants, saw skulls of different species of critters, collected leaves from various trees & plants and wrote down the identifications. They saw various types of vegetable plants and learned that string beans can also be yellow and purple. It was quite an eye opener for a couple of them, as well as one of the moms. It was a good time for all.


I'm glad your daughter's friend was willing to deal with the dirt and enjoyed learning about that kind of thing.

That's awesome, I'm glad you did that. My best friend manages her dads' ranch and one of the elementary schools comes out every year for an educational field trip - and to play in the creek.

 

[TCRanch]

Kudos to the friends' parents for teaching her manners, respect and instilling curiosity/a willingness to learn & discover new things. And kudos to you & Mrs Sky for raising kids that seek out friends with similar values!

 

[Workinonit Farm]

That's awesome, I'm glad you did that. My best friend manages her dads' ranch and one of the elementary schools comes out every year for an educational field trip - and to play in the creek.[/quote]

The week before, I had another kid here, who is home schooled, and we did spend a little bit of time in the creek, where she caught several crawfish!

 

[boondocks]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

 

[skyhightree1]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

I gotta disagree with you on that I've met many that absolutely detest the country

 

[TexasBred]

Glad there are kids still willing to learn those types of new things.

Glad there are dads too that are willing to get on this level and make sure the children are being taught. Good job Sky. (You probably had more fun than anyone). :nod:

 

[herofan]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

I gotta disagree with you on that I've met many that absolutely detest the country

So have I. I had relatives like that who would visit when I was growing up.

It's always good when people can learn new things, and it's enjoyable showing those who are interested. I have, however, over time changed my view on people who don't know the farm life. We used to poke a little fun at those relatives at how little they knew about the land, but none of them were struggling; I'm sure they could have shown us a thing or two in their field. I've thought how I grew up killing hogs and making molasses. We don't do that anymore, and my kids know nothing about it. I remember a few years ago there was a guy making molasses, and I was planning to take my kids to watch, but we couldn't get around to it, and they didn't seem too interested anyway. Then I realized, what the heck does it matter anyway. If one is interested, that's great; it's one of those things you can say you experienced kinda like when people are driving and are within a few miles of four state lines and drive there and take their picture by the sign just to say they've been there. My kids have other interests for a lifelong career that has nothing to do with farming, and I'm sure they will make more money than 'ol dad ever made, so they probably won't perish. I know plenty of people who wouldn't know an Angus from a Wildobeast, and they do just fine.

 

[callmefence]

My kids friend that lives in the city and they met through my wife spent the night she was so nice and manorable I was shocked. She wanted to see all the farm animals and seen the smokehouse with hams and was surprised they weren't in the fridge. I spilled something she grabbed a towel and was helping before I knew it. I asked her if she likes sweet potatoes and if she knew where they came from she said no.. I got my kids to take her to the garden I found a nice hill told her pull the vine out came some sweet potatoes she was so excited then she dug up the others and had the biggest smile it was nice.. made my day..njust thought bid share.

Next time instead of pointing out a hill of sweet potatoes. Point to the weeds... ;-)

 

[JMJ Farms]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

I agree for the most part. They enjoy a “trip”. Most can’t handle or enjoy the “life”.

And like Herofan mentioned. While I do enjoy the “life” it’s hard to blame them if they don’t. I get much enjoyment and fulfillment out of my farm and cows, chickens, dogs, hogs, goats, tractors, hay, crops, etc...... but there’s an easier and more financially rewarding way than ag. But that other life is not for me.

Another positive is if everyone wanted to live a life in farming it would be overcrowded for the rest of us :nod:

 

[herofan]

While I do enjoy the “life” it’s hard to blame them if they don’t. I get much enjoyment and fulfillment out of my farm and cows, chickens, dogs, hogs, goats, tractors, hay, crops, etc...... but there’s an easier and more financially rewarding way than ag. But that other life is not for me.

Another positive is if everyone wanted to live a life in farming it would be overcrowded for the rest of us :nod:

True. One has to be cut out for and interested in farming; with all the opportunities today, I’d say not many look at the choices before them and think farming will make them the best living. The hours aren’t the best in the world either, especially for the pay.

 

[sstterry]

When my son was at college in New York, he volunteered at an inner-city school teaching debate. The kids all asked him if he had seen a cow in real life and they were amazed that he had driven a tractor! All of us on this Board are blessed more than we realize.

 

[Jeanne - Simme Valley]

My nephew and I were born and raised in the city - Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
I appreciate all that I have. I can go fishing, hunting, berry picking, have a camp fire, grow flowers, garden, watch nature, enjoy newborns, or just sit out in my lawn. My family that lives in R.I. come quite often - they enjoy the peacefulness and HUNTING!!!

 

[TCRanch]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

I agree for the most part. They enjoy a “trip”. Most can’t handle or enjoy the “life”.

And like Herofan mentioned. While I do enjoy the “life” it’s hard to blame them if they don’t. I get much enjoyment and fulfillment out of my farm and cows, chickens, dogs, hogs, goats, tractors, hay, crops, etc...... but there’s an easier and more financially rewarding way than ag. But that other life is not for me.

Another positive is if everyone wanted to live a life in farming it would be overcrowded for the rest of us :nod:

Bingo! The kids/grand kids are all fired up about coming out here but a couple days is all they can handle. Not even that if it's too hot, too cold, raining, quintessential KS 40 mph winds . . . . That said, I totally understand. City girl all my life, literally went from Prada to poo. And yet I love it here & won't willingly ever go back to living in the city.

 

[JMJ Farms]

Personally, I've never met a city or suburban kid that didn't enjoy a trip to the countryside. Most adults too. We're more alike than we think, I think....

I agree for the most part. They enjoy a “trip”. Most can’t handle or enjoy the “life”.

And like Herofan mentioned. While I do enjoy the “life” it’s hard to blame them if they don’t. I get much enjoyment and fulfillment out of my farm and cows, chickens, dogs, hogs, goats, tractors, hay, crops, etc...... but there’s an easier and more financially rewarding way than ag. But that other life is not for me.

Another positive is if everyone wanted to live a life in farming it would be overcrowded for the rest of us :nod:

Bingo! The kids/grand kids are all fired up about coming out here but a couple days is all they can handle. Not even that if it's too hot, too cold, raining, quintessential KS 40 mph winds . . . . That said, I totally understand. City girl all my life, literally went from Prada to poo. And yet I love it here & won't willingly ever go back to living in the city.

You? A city girl? Prada? Who’d of thunk it? :lol2:

I really do find that hard to believe. You’re in the minority TC. Not many will ever make that change. Most of the time it works the exact opposite. Big city?