We’ve been enjoying some quiet time at home before the big day arrives. Things are going to be decidedly more hectic around here in 10 days’ time when Livia’s baby brother is born. The building is almost complete so I hope to spend most of next week doing some serious nesting in the baby’s new room. I don’t think Livia understands what’s about to hit her, but I’ve been encouraging her to play with her own baby to get used to the concept. If her love for everyone else, and especially our dogs, is anything to go by then she’s going to be an amazing older sister.
Calving season is in full swing on the farm and Quentin does his rounds every day looking for new babies to record and weigh. Livia and I joined him this morning and the dogs also came along for some exercise. We had a little bit of rain last night so the air was clear and dust-free. The veld is still very drab and dry, but things will hopefully come alive soon as the night temperatures get warmer. Livia absolutely loves being out on the farm with her dad. It’s so sweet to see. Quentin drove as slowly as possible over the bumps to keep me comfortable! We found a few new-born calves hidden in the grass and identified some cows that are very close to calving so that they can be watched over the next few days. Livia alternated from my lap to her dad’s and eventually passed out on the way home. There are few things more soporific than a bumpy dirt road, especially when mommy’s big tummy is such a comfortable pillow! What a special morning with our no-longer baby girl.
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