It’s been a beautiful week here at the farm, a refreshing change from the hot, wet and humid summer. Before breakfast, Maria and I go out to check on the animals, muck out the barn, fill the water bucket, take pictures or videos.

This morning, I came out a few minutes behind Maria and I saw she was off on the hill communing with her donkeys. Bud came rushing over to see what was going on and join in.

In the way of animals, he and Fanny touched noses to say good morning and smell each other’s story. Another precious tableau for the camera. Good morning to all of you.