Becky has always enjoyed our farm - playing, working, hiking...
It is only natural that she is interested in continuing the tradition, started by Glenn and myself, to not only maintain Mountain Glen Farm, but to improve the operation. Becky is always enthusiastic to acquire more useful information and wisdom. She gains knowledge from Glenn's experience, as well as from her own OJT (On the Job Training). She asks a lot questions. There are no doubts concerning Becky's capabilities.
As Glenn and I age (we are by no means decrepit); our younger blood needs to take the initiative to jump in - not only to help when asked, but to be a real contributor. Becky is stepping into the challenge. She is slowly moving into that management position. And, we welcome her move.
Becky knows how to handle the cattle. She was right there to learn when we recently added the sheep. She is strong and willing. She is a thinker. Her viewpoint enhances our farm philosophy. The farm is bound to move forward in a positive way with Becky's involvement and her initiative.
We are lucky that Becky wants to carry on the lifestyle started by Mom and Dad.
So, to begin the transition, Becky purchased her first two cows, ever, with her own money that she earned from her off-farm job - waitressing. Her cows joined the existing Mountain Glen Farm herd, now a flerd, with little fanfare. That is the way we like it - a smooth addition: no fighting, no pushing, no bellowing.
Now, Becky stands a bit taller, knowing that she actually owns a part of the flerd - two now, but those two will produce two more....a great start for our young daughter.
Becky will work hard for her success, and she will have fun along the journey - that is Becky's way.
GO BECKY GO !
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