Welcome to Mud, Manure & Mayhem
This is where I share the good, the bad, and the hilarious moments from life on our small family farm. From raising Mini Highland cattle and crosses, to chickens, to the everyday chaos of farm living — you’ll find it all here.
Let’s Talk Chicken Coops (and How Mine Flew Away)
Tried to build a cost-effective DIY chicken coop using a frame from Amazon—and Oklahoma winds had other plans. Here's what went wrong and what I'd do better next time.
Replacement Goat Milk In A Pinch
Need a reliable bottle baby goat formula? This simple 3-ingredient recipe has worked great for my kids with zero tummy issues. Plus, it’s cheaper than store replacers!
Lucy’s First Litter: A Farrowing Story with Hard Lessons
Farm life isn’t always perfect. Our Juliana pig Lucy had her first litter —and we learned some hard but valuable lessons about farrowing and first-time piglet care.
Our Poultry’s Battle With Mycoplasma: What We Learned (The Hard Way)
Fresh eggs? Yes. Mycoplasma? Unfortunately, also yes. What we wish we knew before bringing chickens home—and what you can learn from our experience