DJ has a gentleman's farm on his few acres - goats, ducks, chickens and horses, not to mention 4 dogs. He is trying to develop it while caring for his family and working 2 jobs, not easy. This morning, he headed for the back goat yard to scoop up the horse droppings from when the horses grazed there yesterday. I grabbed my jacket and went out to help.
We had good conversation while we slowly took care of business. Things like his hopes and dreams for his small slice of earth, his work, his girls, his tiredness. He seemed very happy even though pressed for time and energy.
We worked along, then walked his property, enjoying the spring profusion of flowers, the wild kudzu, the river along the back of his property. It's a lovely piece of land with lots of potential. He dreams of a decent horsefarm where he can teach riding. I hope he will be able to make it happen.
Just as we were headed back inside, he stopped to tell me that if, God forbid, something should go wrong with this round, he would be happy to take Drew and Kiel and wanted me to know that he would do all he could to take up his responsibilities. I appreciated his kindness and offer. It takes some stress off to know there is a backup plan!
We exchanged a few more words that touched my heart, then went inside to rouse the sleeping household. A great start to the day. Sometimes the best things happen over the menial chores.
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