Our New and Improved Cow

Nathan had built a wooden cow a while ago. It's been sitting in our backyard being loved on and falling a part a bit. It was very basic, just a piece of wood Nathan had shaped into a head with horns and then 2x4 for the body and legs.

Yesterday I got a video text from Nathan showing me our "New Cow." Nathan had re-worked the cow, added some details, and created a wonderful new toy for Katherine. When I got home last night we played with the cow and I took some shots to share.

We had a great time taking turns riding the cow around - Katherine would push (read Mom or Dad galloping along) and then sing out "My turn!" "Mama's turn!" etc.

When it was time for dinner Katherine put her cow out to pasture (tied her up to the garden gate) and gave her a pep talk. She sat down on a rock, held the cows head between her hands and told her it was okay, don't be sad, it's alright. Sweet girl.

Before bed we had to go out and give her cow a hug and kiss goodnight. I'm waiting for her to ask to bring her inside. That'll be a no, of course, but I'm sure it's coming.