From Heifers to Steers

We are about to embark on ANOTHER animal journey! When Little Man returned to school after the holidays he was told of an incredible opportunity. Mr. Rountree and the GPISD Education Foundation were sponsoring two students for a steer project in FFA. When Leighton first told me about the opportunity I told him that I didn't think he should apply. We have kind of stuck to pigs and goats in the past...and with good reason. As you know, I have that affliction of being struck by cupid's arrow when it comes to our animals. But then I thought it was just too good of an opportunity to pass on and perfect timing as well. Leighton won't have a heifer until he is a junior in high school and so I encouraged him to fill out the application. He and another student from GP were selected for the interview process. He was interviewed by two of the ag teachers and a GPISD administrator. Quite intimidating but he did very well! Friday we were told he was selected to receive the steer which will arrive sometime around February 10th! So, we are excited but a little scared too (at least I am!) Leighton isn't afraid of anything that I know of (unfortunately!) Here he is all dressed up for the interview.



One of the requirements of the project is to scrapbook the experience so I started with the interview!

Wish us luck!