It was March of 2020. With little warning, schools closed down and I knew major change was on the horizon. As Jeremy and I walked towards the overgrown trail that led from my parents’ house to ours, I asked him what his one wish for his childhood would be.
Without hesitation, my six-year-old son replied: “farm animals!”
I glanced back at my parents’ empty barn and lonely pasture with surprise. I had once imagined Jeremy growing up as a little farmer boy, enjoying the special experience of raising animals in the country. But an unexpected divorce led our family down a new path, and I never shared these hopes with him. Yet — he now had this dream for himself!
Two years later, our menagerie of 21 goats, a mini horse, 9 sheep, and 2 mini pigs brings so much joy to our family! Instead of being glued to a computer for virtual learning, Jeremy spent his second grade year getting fresh air while learning hands-on skills that could even lead to future employment! We continued homeschooling for third grade, hosting a series of homeschool farm classes that were incredibly successful and led to many new friendships! Now Jeremy can’t stop talking about plans for our upcoming summer farm camp and opening a lemonade stand at our petting zoo!
The Universe works in mysterious ways!
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