January and February in Kansas is a time of new life for some here in the middle of winter. Its calving time for some folks who raise cow-calf operations. About a half mile to the west my neighbor has around one bull and around fifty cows out in a large pasture. Most of the cows have recently calved. Ive been watching them for a couple of weeks as I drive by each morning and night. These little guys arrive in the bitter cold yet seem to have a fresh attitude on things. They have a little jump in their step and seem curious but cautious at the same time.
Today I stopped to get a picture or two. As soon as I pulled up to the gate the entire herd turned, looked over , and headed over to me at a trot.
I was surprised until I thought, well duh if you were a cow and a saw a really old white pickup and a middle aged guy wearing a brown chore coat get out and walk over wouldn't you think "treats" or at the least "fresh alfalfa hay".
I took a few pictures and left all the disappointed ladies there at the gate with the calves peeking out from behind legs and tails. Next time Ill bring treats.
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They do look a little disappointed. Maybe the "treat guy" came along right after you left :)
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