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A Farm Will Not Make You Happy
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
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A RUclips channel about a farmer and his farm makes me happy.
Exactly, and a Farmer who starts talking about himself, his issues outside of the animals & farm, makes fans stop being interested. Talk about projects, plans, improvement and the animals. No one cares about the farmers personal issues. Focus on what viewers want to see.
@@sgerway7236 I disagree. I can get farm content anywhere but there’s only one place I can get some Morgan Gold. I tend to follow people rather than genres
It looks like Toby knows what you need. He just wanders gently over and noses you.
Nothing makes you happy. However, internal peace is an attainable goal. Cant control anything in life but your response in a given situation. You, Morgan, started your farming journey with the best of intentions, not just to have a farm. I think that’s why we all find your story so inspiring. It’s not the farming aspect necessarily, although the animals are pretty rad, but it’s the lessons about accepting your full self that have us captivated.
So glad you're sharing your struggles. So Proud of you. Watching your videos make me Happy.
Thank you so much!!
Awesome video Morgan! Your honesty and humility are really admirable and command so much respect. You're doing good work.
Thank you so much 🤗
A businessman that had worked hard his whole life, struggled with happiness, He'd followed the example of all those around him that looked happy and still, happiness wasn't to be found in his soul. He heard of a monk that lived on a mountain that could help as he has found enlightenment. So the man sold his belongings and started the journey. It took him much time and effort to find the mountain and to climb it, once he did, he met a then monk and was overjoyed, he had so many questions.
He first asked "before you became enlightened what did you do?"
The monk said, "i chopped wood and carried water"
The man was excited as he had worked hard his whole life too and asked "what did you do after you found enlightenment?"
The monk look to him with love, picked up the bucket and said, "I chop wood and carry water".
The journey of life is like a river, fighting it is tough. Best we learn to let go of the bank and flow with it. Good job on your work on yourself. Its hard to look at yourself without judgement. Thank you for your content. You're a great man for working on the hard questions, keep at it.
Love you Morgan. Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I am now 75 years old and I’m just getting a handle on my eating disorder. I used to go through a whole bag of cookies and hide the fact that I ate the bag by buying another. Every day is a challenge not to do it again. I thought I was the only one out here with those kind of things happening to them. Thank you Morgan for sharing.
Same here! I was sad to hear about his struggles from childhood in school which is what really captured my heart in this matter which I think we've all been damaged by, even the bullies. It's refreshing to hear his explanation about how it all came along for him and helped me put my own life in perspective. What do any of us have to offer when schools only teach us that we have to be the very best of their idea of what our lives should be about. None of what we were taught in school has made any of us happy, not even those who are deemed to be the most productive in life. Schools! Schools were the biggest bullies and they're by and for the good of gov't and industry only and not of us. The gov't does not care about any of us only of itself and it's not even a living thing. I love that this guy gets it and for that reason I've become a recent eager viewer of his videos! It fits my life and helps me figure it all out now at age 65. I've no doubt that our adult children and now grandchildren see how gov't, religion, and industry has been driving our lives and damaging them all the way across the board! Watching his videos are extremely therapeutic and as that goes he's producing something on a farm which is benefitting and feeding society in ways which food alone can't do for us. Country people are upended by his videos because it's causing them and their ilk to be shaken out of their own ruts of doing things per tradition and that makes them uncomfortable. He said it all when he said having a farm won't make you happy. He said it was a calling and I am glad he followed that.
May I thank you for baring your soul this way and helping the rest of us understand your process and feel like we are not alone in our process. You're the bomb, Morgan, and I truly appreciate you and your POV. Hang in, my friend, I'm 64 and have had serious issues with PTSD, diabetes, CKD and plenty of other things but have found myself pretty happy after all that and you help. Have the best day, unless you've made other plans.
follow keto + IF . you can prevent and even reverse those diseases
Thank you Morgan for talking about all this, I’ve seen so many 20ish people starting a homestead to secure food & things, being self supporting. I’m 63, my grandparents had a beef farm I worked on in some summers. I was an engineer in Silicon Valley, but if I was in my early 30s, I would start a homestead with large garden, fruit trees, chickens for eggs, possibly a milking cow but would mostly give up meat. Love how Toby sweetly came to see you.❤🐾🤗
Happiness comes from being content with what you have. You can never be happy if you constantly believe the grass is greener on the other side of the road.
Happiness is found within your soul not within your material possessions. There isn’t anything but yourself that can make you be happy.
Well, when you can't cover your basic needs (bare bones basic) it's harder to be happy. When you're not struggling the happiness has room to get inside.
I love watching your videos! I remember watching when all you had were the Ducks! I didn’t even realize how early on that was because gold Shaw farms seemed like a well running machine! It’s great to see the progress!! Thank you for sharing your experience with personal struggles because most if not all people can relate!
Thanks so much!!
Excellent! As a 77 year old female who is still searching, I find you to be a very wise soul.
So much of your journey is similar to mine- (feelings- timeframe -farm)you have inspired me more than I can articulate and help motivate me in the areas I struggle. Thank you for sharing your life with us🙏🏼❤️💫
Seriously, when i discovered this channel during the pandemic, i didn't think that i would ever be this invested in a farm... The farmer and the farmers wife and ALL the animals... But i am! I love this channel!!
I was raised on a farm until my father sold it as he retired . I moved on happily for some time until the longing for the farm grew , then I became a single parent raising my baby boy . Even though I made 150 k designing playgrounds and CEO of the company in southern Ontario I chose to leave it all and get my son back to my old family farm in Manitoba , so I bought back my family homestead cash and bought some critters and never have I been happier ! And my son grew up with the life and death on a farm ,the ethic of hardworking chores and now he is in university and I can rest knowing that if anything happens for my son this farm will always be a way of falling back to his roots and remain safe .
Like Roots to Refuge said "A Farm is like a Marriage " , There are ups and downs . The big plus is it's what you are willing to adapt with. Satisfaction by application!
Morgan, this is the best video ever! Actually, I think this should be your next book! A Farm Will Not Make You Happy! I am so proud of you for discussing these types of important issues most RUclipsrs don't talk about. Keep up the great content!
Wow, thank you!
I appreciate so much your insights. Your willingness to share these life thoughts is amazing. I have chickens, ducks, pigeons, dogs, and a cat. Your thoughts about caregiving is helpful in being happy hit the bulls eye with me. I live alone; lost husband 18 years ago. But I can can say I am content and often happy. I should attempt to socialize more, but it doesn't come easy for me. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. I am sure it will be helpful to many. Take care.
I worked remotely for that same company in Vermont and I remember you presenting at least one webinar for our department there. I retired from there at the end of 2021. Happiness is transient for me and I’ve just come to accept that life has ups and downs. In the down times I just remind myself that change is always coming and things will get better. For me the key is to appreciate when things are good and to keep those memories to think about in the down times. This may not work for everyone, but it has worked for me.
Such an important message. Thank you for sharing your experiences. ❤
Also wanted to let you know I ordered the audio version of your Toby Dog book and had it sent to my 8 yr old grandson. I think he will enjoy the story told in your own voice.
I appreciate your openness about your mental health and life growth.
Happiness can be tough. I go for peace or contentment when I can. Comfort or some balance is good. Being okay is better. It can take awhile to heal yourself, it's continuous process. I love when you do Casey Neistat narrative homages. I'm not sure you are doing it on purpose but it makes me smile. You are a great storyteller.
Morgan. I'm 72 and enjoy your channel. I've been where you are: really. But one strength you have is your wife's support. after 27 years my wife, who was never happy in our marriage she left. But that was the start of my healing, in spite of the pain. You have a supportive wife. you're blessed my friend.
I've always said you can't run away from yourself, and the biggest obstacle to overcome is your mind. As much as it's uncomfortable to address what is going inside yourself, it's something to work through. You may never get to the end, but you've started the journey, and that's the biggest step to take. Thank you, Morgan. Sending positive vibes to all.
This video helped a lot, I appreciate you being so honest and personal about things, It makes understanding your perspective so much easier. Thank you
You're so welcome!
As always, well said Morgan! Mental health is not for Sissies. It is work, hard honest work! Over the decades I have been with/without support dealing with my story. I like the support of my therapist. I like my tribe's support. Plus, I know my medications support me! My chemistry is better and that supports me. Learning to forgive supports me. Thank you for your honest hard work, it matters!
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💯 It takes all methods to combat these problems. I recently started giving hypnotherapy a try and am feeling good about the results after 2 sessions.😮
Happier, not happy is such a more reachable goal. Happiness is fleeting. It comes and goes. But happier, at least for me, is achievable even on a rough day. I have PTSD and it's a daily issue for me. Better than it was before, but it's chronic and I'll deal with it for the rest of my life. We have a small homestead with chickens, ducks and goats (and yes, your assumption that the goats would eat your trees is spot on!). I do feel so much better and happier taking care of our animals and I'm so glad we bought this place ten years ago. So much better than the city for my mental health. Didn't make all my problems go away, though. They jumped into our moving boxes. But, as you stated (in the words of St. Francis of Zappa) you are what you is.
Excellent video. Thank you Morgan.
But why am I always smiling and laughing at your videos? Why do I want to see silkies make new silkies and smooch the pooches? Why do I long to brush baby Bea? Why do I love the mist rising from your farm in the early morning? How can you say you’re not happy? I’m happy😂
This content goes further than Being A Man Looking for Happiness on a Farm...Thank you Morgan you present thoughts which are valuable for Men...Women and teenagers...God Bless ❤
You are so welcome!
I appreciate this video for so many reasons. I can relate to depression, food issues, working through your dark side, and coming back better; so good on you. I used to get irritated with you because you didn't respond to comments, and even said you wouldn't on one of your videos, so I quit commenting. Now I know why and can totally relate! So, I apologize for both our sakes.
You take yourself with you wherever you go. Keep it real. ❤
Thank You, Morgan. I am 64 and I so relate with your struggles, as well as your process. It is an ongoing process and begins with becoming aware. Thank You for Sharing. There is a Beautiful Strength in being able to Allow ourselves to Be Vulnerable.
Much Love and
Blessings All~Ways
3.5 hours since we’ve had a bathroom break… I’m doodling in my notebook… and I’m doodling in my pants…
hahahhhahaha
I'm 22, and I have already started to feel that itch to do better for myself. I got out of school, and now I work a job that I have come to realize I despise. I moved to a big city to take a job that I thought I liked just to realize that I can't stand it here. I literally broke down at work today realizing how miserable I am right now, and I've barely started to live my life. two hospitalizations, a slew of medications, therapy up the wazoo have helped a bit, but it's been like slapping a patch onto a leaky hose. either the leak's gonna come back through the patch, or the hose is going to bust again at some point. I have tried school again to realize I couldn't do the path I wanted to (as a result of a combination of factors-- cost, housing, etc., AND it was a path I decided to go down for the money aspect more than the fulfillment aspect), which definitely added to my meltdown, but this video really hit the nail on the head for me. a farm won't make me happy, but I can't get anywhere if I stay where I am. your videos have always been an escape for me in my personal corporate hellscape, and I'm eternally grateful for them. it feels serendipitous that you posted this podcast today, when I'm feeling like this right now. thank you morgan, I'm really going to take your words to heart and start to figure out what I want and why I want to go down a different path. if I had my way I would own a strawberry patch, and I think that's still my ultimate goal. I just need to dig deeper and look into the hows and whys of that. thank you again from the bottom of my heart for this podcast and that perspective, you've inspired one sad little corporate worker to do better today and to look forward to tomorrow ❤
My farm makes me happier than I’ve ever been, and I hate leaving it. Yes!!! I still have my personal demons - that’s a life long journey in my opinion. Stuff doesn’t make you happy, building relationships and accepting your own limitations and working positively with those limitations brings contentment ❤️
Lots of love to you guys, thanks for sharing Morgan.
There is so much wisdom in this video. I wasn’t expecting that from a farm video. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for sharing your life, feelings, thoughts and struggles.
I have always admired you Morgan. Now I admire you even more. You are such a good person.
Wherever you there YOU are. Can't run from our wounds. At some point we must face them. Distractions only postpone the inevitable. It takes real courage to dig in and look hard at ourselves. Great podcast, Morgan! You're helping many people!
For me it's about learning to love. When I'm feeling love toward a pet or a friend or toward myself or toward a beautiful tree or just love for our aching world, I feel surrounded by love, and that is happiness and peace for me. To feel that way more often is my goal.
Many people only dream of moving to the village and leading the kind of lifestyle you have. So it is happiness to live like this!
Everything will be great ❤
My happiest times were underwater, scuba diving. Solitude with a vibrant ecosystem all around me to enjoy.
I can not believe I have been watching you since 2018..such a long time. I remember Tobi dog arriving on the farm etc...thanks
Love the setting for this podcast. And the Toby video bomb is epic.
Happiness comes from within. Having the ability to look at the positive things in life will get you further than dwelling on the negative things. How you perceive the world around you, determines how you are affected by it. Don't rely on something or someone else to make you happy, because that is a short path to become miserable. Every choice has consequences, so think through your actions and make educated decisions. Life can be great... if you focus on the things that matter to you.
I enjoy both the regular videos and the podcast. Both the new barn and the hoop house are great backgrounds for your podcast.
Well said. I've definitely struggled with this as well.
SHAD HELMSTETTER "Self Talk and What We Say to Ourselves". As a life sufferer of depression. This tool helped a lot.
I absolutely love all your videos. Your personal insight amazes me. I am 68 and still processing the things you are talking about on this video. The hardest step in each day and moment, is actually taking the step I need to get out of the rut of my unhelpful habits. Visiting your farm gives me joy and many Zen moments. I have to say the adult chicken sounds are the best for me. I’m surprised the young chickens still sound like chicks. Takes me back to my grandmother’s chickens. Listening to your varied researched lessons satisfies my craving for more knowledge about the world. Sharing your struggles with depression, eating and ADD makes me feel less alone in my own journey. Thank you so much for including me in your world. I look forward to every podcast.
I hope the naysayers and critical complainers don’t drag you down. That is their circus, not yours. Far more of us support you, your wife and and your life choices exactly the way you are right now and tomorrow. It’s your farm, your lives and your decisions to make.
I remember when you had first posted about finally quitting your day job, it struck with me since I had also quit my old job around the same time. It’s really refreshing to hear you talk about your experience since making the change as well as other life updates. Big changes do make an impact on our well-being, but you’re right it’s really about the work and journey onward! Hoping the rest of the year treats you well, thanks for posting these little slices of your world with us!
Great video ❤
Glad you liked it!!
Thank you for speaking from the heart 😊
Happiness is not sustainable, but being present in the moment is. Choosing to listen to your own thoughts, talking back to unrealistic negative ones and reframing situations in a positive light, will help you spend more time being happy. 😉👍💙🇺🇸🕊
I enjoyed listening to your musings about the world. I'm now retired and find myself lost during the day. I got my copy of Toby's booked today so I shall read that and hopefully shut the back cover with a smile.
I had wondered how the whole job situation had been handled, but felt that it was too invasive and too parasocial relationship-ish to ask about. A change like this made to a whole new environment and method of earning a living is never a process to be taken lightly. This personal history indicates for both Morgan and SO, that this was a well-thought out process. And this is why I am here, for the adorable (Yes I know that they are stock/inventory) "creatures great and small" and the calm, easy to digest knowledge.
Lots of people love you. Me included❤
Much of this applies to me.
My favorte video is still Toby's arrival on the farm and Alison's Homelander power. I understand your struggle, I had CDD for years, to conquer it nearly destroyed my physical health. Frank Zappa also said you, Morgan, were born to have adventure.
I’ve lived the agriculture life as a kid, and although I am a computer programmer, I have over 3/4 acre in the suburbs and have been gardening and have a permit for horses on my property which has given me the scope to do both. I work for a nonprofit whose mission I support and also volunteer with youth, so I really enjoy your full farm experience, since I will not do it myself. THANK YOU MORGAN.
Thank you for sharing your story. It enlightens me
One of your best videos, Morgan. You are absolutely right about the ease with which Allison could find work for there is a dire need for healthcare professionals in rural America. I worked in a clinical lab for 9-years and was promoted to the position of Buyer for a large medical company. I hated it! Yes, having my own office for the first time in my life I was not happy. Also, being that close to administration during the transition to managed care was not what I signed on for. Today, I am a senior officer on two local non-profit organizations, I can walk to work. For me the best part is that I am still in the neighborhood where I grew up. What's not to love that I pass the school where I went for kindergarten which quickly presents a hilltop view of the mighty Pacific Ocean. As an added bonus I started and manage a Monarch butterfly habitat on the grounds of our main library branch here in town. You are 100% correct when you state that one's happiness is an ecosystem.
Thank you, once again, for your honesty, vulnerability, and strength around the importance of mental health.
The beginning of my joy commenced with giving up sugar and truly understanding what that entails.
Polar seltzer is a great beverage..
Just want to say thank you for being open and vulnerable on this platform...I've been reflecting and considering that I probably have ADHD for the last couple of years now, and I finally was able to get an official diagnosis yesterday of severe ADHD, after 26 years of not understanding why my brain works the way it does. The journey started and was fueled in no small part by you and another creator that I watch regularly sharing your own experiences, and I hope you know that even though its difficult, it is extremely helpful for so many people. Hope you have a wonderful day on the farm, and sincerely, thank you
Wherever you go, there you are! - unknown
You have to find happiness inside. External things can tickle your neurotransmitters, but true happiness doesn't come from things, but accomplishments, helping others.
You've done great over the years I've chatted with you and I've watched you grow a beautiful farm business.
You're a giving, loving person who set goals and you've reached them.
I remember chatting with you when you were in 50 Ducks (Matt's) channel.
Has it been that many years? Wow!
I'm still working on getting better and finding my farm. I do OK with a few chickens. It's awesome to give eggs to others, especially when I gave some away and was told later a recipient was a senior with no food in the house.
We are here to help one another. That's true happiness, even if it's just giving someone a smile.
My husband's career was in the corporate world like you Morgan. My husband is retired now. It's amazing that you were a corporate guy and now you're a farmer. Very unusual for someone who's career was in the corporate world. Good for you going for your dreams. You're the perfect example of we humans can do anything we want to do.
Morgan. Make a Shirt and Hat that says. "Where ever you go, whatever you do You are what you is" or WEYGWEYDYAWYI😊
Outstanding!!!!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
This is spot on. I hear what you’re saying and understand why you’re saying it. You were one of the first farm channels that started our dream to move from the city to a farm. We did it in 2020! Phoenix to North Idaho! It changed our lives for the better, im so much healthier but still struggle with depression. But my walks in the forest, and time in my garden has really transformed my life. I’ve been able to reduce my depression meds in half. Moving out of the city wasn’t a cure but it did help me. Release the Quakens!! ❤
Thank you for being so vulnerable with us Morgan! I've got my book, donating it to the library when I'm done with it. I do hope we can make this world a better place - together!
How funny, 8 years ago I was living in Bethesda working in Friendship Heights. I also lived near H St. I’m from NH, so I love your channel, Toby Dog, and Abby Dog. I appreciate this reflection on how where you live doesn’t always make or break your happiness.
Beautiful, Morgan.
Thanks for sharing this.
I spent my last holiday listening/watching your videos from the very beginning.
It got me through my most intense work time, and we are aligned in similar ecological goals.
Best.
No, but you can raise your own beef and chickens, and if you are really lucky, you get a RUclips channel out of it that helps you succeed. Plus, an awesome dog or two, and a really nice barn. Happiness comes from within, and it is brought to you by beef!
You hawe bean an inspiration for me during the Covid years.
I really appreciate your being so open about getting in touch with your emotions. I used food for comfort too and also weighed over 300 lbs in July 2018. I lost the weight in about a year and a half after reading Bright Line Eating by Susan Peirce Thompson but only recently realized I've been denying my emotions for so long I don't recognize them at all. I have a therapist and we're doing good work. It struck me funny that we have the same issues but went about solving them in a different order. I like to think of the mindfulness meditation saying, "Wherever you go, there you are." Also, the journey is the reward!
Morgan. You've got ot bloom where you grow.. Bloom Brother. You're on the right track.
I can relate to this. I left my job in February and I am so disappointed that I didn't get more of my house and personal projects done. I have to put myself in check and remind myself how much I HAVE accomplished! The struggle is real
Thank you for sharing your experience and perspective, Morgan. This is one of my favorite videos of yours.
I can appreciate what you’re saying but in my situation I loved my job. I worked until the age of 69 ( I planned to work until 70) but I was layed off at 69. Got a part time job doing the same thing. I enjoy our conversations. When I was employed it required me to get up early and still do today. Thanks again. By the way now I’m 83.
Amen, Morgan. Right on target. Been there, done that.
Thank you for sharing your story Morgan.
I'm not sure happiness is attainable. To me, it's too transient. Over the last 3 years I've become content. I'm not striving to "achieve" anymore. Job, home, newer car, savings, family all healthy. Content.
Thank you for all your honesty and c oncern.Perfect timing.
The only one who can satisfy the human heart is the one who made it. I have many many passions and hobbies but God is the only one I can draw true strength and joy from.
Amen to that 🙏 🙌
Morgan I thoroughly enjoyed this video. You have a wealth of wisdom. Thanks for sharing Gold Shaw Farms with us.
I must say that I really enjoyed this video! I believe that you are right about the connections that you make in your own world, family, loved ones and friends... these will lead to your own happiness. I also appreciate that you mentioned mental health and seeking possible medication to help with those issues! I've enjoyed watching your journey and I shall continue to do so. Continue to take care!💖💖💖
Thank you very much for your video. Recently, I have been in trouble. After seeing your video, my mind has cleared up a lot
What a great timing. I seeked help for my mental health this week for the first time ever due to my inability to grieve a huge loss. That led me to talk about my other issues and I hope that in the end of all this I will be happier and more content than ever. Now I'm definitely not happy nor content. Thank you for talking about these matters.
Love your insights and honesty.
Remember folks, wherever you go…there you are✨We can’t outspend, out-travel, out-work, out-eat…our stuff that needs to be sorted out and healed ❤️🩹
“The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His face on you and give you peace.”
( Numbers 6:24-26)
Great story and very wise. Thanks for your video
Great podcast. So many things are being stopped by well meaning family and friends. Not that i listen…but I hear them. What I truly find unique about myself is my goal… to speak to very few two legged people. I love my animals. Enjoying their beautiful eyes and bray is something I can’t resist.
Making money to live, forces me to speak with strangers, some not so strange. But the depression they sometimes bring is terrible. Trying to give me their advice. I watch plenty of homesteaders with no means of income, but social media. Not sure how they stay alive with videos and not a lick of cash.
What are they teaching their kiddos? New tractors, new pickups, new farm wagons…how are they paying for this? It’s getting to be frustrating, wondering how all the insurance, food bills, electricity etc is being paid for? That is something that can be shared ? Crazy 😜 they are not wealthy, and none have odd jobs.
You seem to have it running slowly…but no begging or sponsorship for giant machines I’ll never use.
My goats mow the lawn.
Ok…enough from me.
Would love to meet up with you for dinner. I have questions only you can answer.
Great admiration for you.
Every tear you shed for your animal losses is equaled by me.
Wishing you all the best my friend. ❤🤙🏽
Being left alone with my fur family is very loving. Not perfect, but solves the many rainbows 🌈 and unicorns 🦄 they bring me.
Heavy crafting, jewelry design, and other work thrills me. My opera loving bees 🐝 always make me laugh.. so many things to do. Not much is scheduled. It comes when God wants me to do it. It is all organized and farm flow runs nicely.
Activity brings my melatonin up. I don’t take drugs. It’s what you describe but my version of happiness.
I will let you know I’ve prayed for you and Allison, since you started your journey. Seeing you succeed makes me happy & thrilled for you. Just keep you being you. You will be surprised how much you will get what you succeed. God Bless you. God Bless your furry family. Keep on moving. You impress me.
I think a lot of people think the life of a farmer is a relaxed, peaceful, easy life.
For many, it may be simpler... but it AIN'T EASY.
From hard decisions to unpredictable income to NEVER having a day off, it is a hard job. You're not just playing with chickens all day, you're problem solving SOMETHING all of the time. A chicken or lamb falls ill or gets hurt, you need to make a heavy decision: can it be fixed? Or do i kill it out of mercy?
For instance:
We had a chicken tractor accident and 2 of my young birds got seriously hurt. They were just pullets and cockerels (about 2-3 months old) and were meant to be our starting breeding stock and layers. My beautiful and good-tempered Americauna rooster had a shattered hip and one leg was broken in 2 places. We had to put him down. The other was a Black Jersey Giant hen, Laila. She had a clean thigh break. I called EVERY vet within a 2-hour distance and nobody would see her. Every one of them said to cull the chicken. Thigh breaks can't be fixed.
So we had a second hard decision. Do i kill my most promising BJG breeding stock hen? She had fight, so we decided to try to save her. With no references on fixing a chicken THIGH break, Joel and i did our best effort and set her leg, bandaging, splinting, and supporting as best we could with virtually no medical supplies and popsicle sticks. The worst part? The chicken tractor accident was MY FAULT. Due to inexperience and newby anxiety, i caused the accident and an innocent animal paid the ultimate price for my mistake. Possibly 2.
Laila made a full recovery.
She shows no signs of pain, no limp, no visible signs of breakage. She is my best breeding hen. This year she turned out my next generation of rooster. He's magnificent and the best (and BIGGEST) chicken I've ever seen in my life with his mother's wonderfully gentle and kind temperament.
It can be hard to make these calls. I tried to save a different hen who i regret not just putting down. We tried to fix her, but she ended up having basically ovarian cancer and unfortunately suffered. You have to live with the weight of your bad calls just as much as you get to see the benefits of your good ones.
Thanks for dropping by Morgan. :-)
Your videos always brighten my day. And I love your stories and your perspectives. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey and your strength with us. ❤
You are so welcome!
Thank you Morgan.
Thanks Morgan. ❤
Thanks for this. I listened to it on the way to and from therapy and I can relate to a lot of it. Appreciate you taking the time to talk it all out.
Morgan we need more videos about this stuff. I don't know how much you've been through but unresolved trauma does a lot of this. Some people meditate. Some find God. I think people are social creatures and need to be around others.
love the philosophy "wherever you are, whatever you do; you are what you is.."
Nice chat, Morgan.
This will help someone somewhere.
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