Rammy's Ramblings

[Baymule]

that is good news about your mom. I know you are relieved.

On the R rolling, the Spanish language rolls the R's. If you know anyone who speaks Spanish, maybe you can get some pointers.

 

[RollingAcres]

As stated on @Mike CHS thread, we got good news about Moms MRI scan. It showed no cancer, just pancreatitis. She has to change her diet. No fatty foods, no fried foods. Lots of veggies like broccoli, kale, spinach I think she said. There are some other things she needs to do as well but she definitely is relieved to dodge the dreaded cancer diagnosis.
I told her how glad I was cause she cant leave just yet.
Ive been sick past couple days. Think its just allergies. Scratchy throat, sneezing. Head felt like a bowling ball. Thursday night got no sleep cause of congestion even tho I took stuff for it. Im one of those, "dont take meds until I cant take it anymore" type person. But my Mom said, "promise me you will take something", so I did cause you cant go back on your word when it comes to Moms.
Feeling alot better today.
Head doesnt feel like I ran into a brick wall.
Also think I need new glasses. Maybe will go get an exam at Wallyworlds eye center. They usually do a good job. Old lenses are losing thier coating and have noticed I can see better close up without them on. Time for new ones.

Glad your mom doesn't have cancer!

 

[Rammy]

So this weekend I finally decided to start winterizing the chicken coop. One end, which is the original part of the building has about a foot gap between the roof and the walls for ventilation. Every year when it gets cold, I cover it with clear plastic to keep the cold wind out but lets in light.
One the end where they roost on the outer walls I put black plastic to keep the wind off the that blows thru the gaps between the boards. I havent done that yet as I think it will stay warm for a few more weeks. Probably by the end of the month I will do that.
Got thier light timer working so they get at least 14 hours of light in the winter.
Hopefully the cows will be going to auction soon. Grass is getting low and nutritional wise not as good now. Been giving them hay but its not going to keep them fat. I hope my neighbor takes them soon.
Been thinking about getting a new storage shed for the backyard. I will have to take down part of the fence and maybe a post to get it in because my gate opening isnt wide enough to accomodate 12 ft wide building. What I want to get is around $5000. But practicality and money wise might get the $3000 one. Im a cheapskate when it comes to money. But you wouldnt think so if you knew how much I blew on this security camera system. I can post some pics if y'all want to show which ones Im considering. Will have to do payments but am hoping that with the cows going to sale soon, will get a good price and will use that to put towards the building. Im also hoping for a good refund in my tax returns next year since I have insurance now and wont have to worry about the penalty.

 

[Baymule]

What size are the buildings? If finances allow, get the bigger one.

 

[Mike CHS]

What kind of camera system did you get? We probably would never have gotten them but it worked out because we weren't here so much. It has had it's uses in the last year or so showing good kids not being so good.

 

[Rammy]

I upgraded to a NVR system installed professionally by the same company that put in the system where I work. The cameras are IP Hikvision dome cameras. I replaced 4 of the original bullet cameras with these. Clarity is much better but the older cameras were wearing out. Lets just say what Ive spent on cameras I could of paid cash for a new storage shed. Not sure its worth it now but cant go back now.
Ive had the new system for about two years now. I can put them on motion detection which is great. I had put up cameras myself but decided to let someone else do it this time. I also have other cams in the barn and hidden around the property but still cant catch a certain two legged predator with all the money Ive spent on cameras.

 

[CntryBoy777]

If ya need such an opening, then why not just increase the gate size.....2-8' gates would give ya a 16' opening and a couple of post holes would be needed and a Tpost could be used to secure one side until the entire width is needed....this would be a permanent solution that would allow ya to remove the building if needed.....

 

[Rammy]

Where the gate is its suppose to be 12ft but the posts werent put the proper distance so its more like 11 1/2ft. Also the posts the gate is on are cemented in 6 x 6 posts. They arent moving. Its easier to take the staples out of the wood posts on the driveway side and take out one 4 x 4 post. Then put the post back and restaple. Course, that is an idea to get two 8 ft gates and put a 16ft wide opening by the driveway. Hmmmmm......

 

[Rammy]

What size are the buildings? If finances allow, get the bigger one.

The little over $5000 building is 12 x 20. The $3000 is 12 x 16. There is one that had overhead storage already in it but it was almost 7 grand. Ouch.

Cant remember how much this one was. I liked it cause its got the metal roof.

This is the $5000 one. Its the one I like the best.

This is the $3000 one. Its already got the wiring and outlets in it for electricity.

 

[Wehner Homestead]

Two thoughts for you...how long do you think you’ll live there? I’d hate for you to spend the money only to wish it was in a different location. Also, carefully consider the benefits of more space. You may we’ll have another use for the extra space or have room for expansion in the future.