A Happy Ending...

[@scotterickson4363]

With a year like we are having it is more important now to keep your faith. "Faith" would be a good name for #1

[@territn8871]

That's a beautiful name for her, and very fitting too with all the uneasiness we're all experiencing now. Great choice...hope Mike names her "Faith"!🥰

[@OurWyomingLife]

So true thanks for watching

[@davidleary5572]

I like the nam Faith as well.

[@jacquemyers-barbula3231]

I agree. God Bless you all.

[@jpmerrick8886]

Gd morning owl I'm sleeping but maybe it's calfmas morninf

[@michaelstark703]

Your a good proud steward, and promoter of ranching. Farmed for a while myself, average person has no clue.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Appreciate that Michael. That is one of the reasons we started "Our Wyoming Life" it was to educate people. Thanks for watching.

[@mefford67]

Michael Stark *Average persons usually have no clue when it comes to most occupations. Just saying...* 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@dianamajchrzak5855]

Call her Faith...we all kept the faith that you’d have that healthy heifer calf! Faith indeed. We all need that this year.

[@OurWyomingLife]

I like that idea for a name. Thanks for tagging along Diana.

[@mikesnodgrass5312]

You are doing well. Your attentiveness is admirable. As an old retired cattle rancher in Wyoming whenever we had a mature cow showing signs of imminent birth the policy was to quietly ride away and not disturb her. She will settle, lay down quicker and get on with business more quickly. Get some binoculars and keep a good distance, let the cow feel secure in her spot she's chosen. The 5-7 hour check intervals paid of statistically compared to one or two hour intervals by my old records. With your attentiveness and caring this may be difficult for you, Keep up the good work.

[@OZARKMEL]

It's hard when you don't understand the "why" of loss. If you did you might correct it in the future.....and sometimes there may of been nothing you could do. When someone isn't a Farmer or Rancher they don't understand the time and money that went into getting a "good" outcome. That loss is heavy...and not just emotionally but financially too. Thrilled to see the new life on the ranch, congrats.....that had to move your mood up a bit. Here is praying the rest go as smooth.

[@OurWyomingLife]

So true Thanks for following

[@rosemarymurphy5767]

That’s true I’ve been a farmer over 42 years until I got married miss it a lot.

[@johnsobaski3478]

Sorry for your loss Mike. Glad the day ended better for you than it started. I agree with naming the calf, Faith.

[@robert5109]

When I saw that calf there I got that same feeling in my gut that I get when one of mine die,so sorry. All of us that raise cattle have to deal with this once in a while it never gets any easier.Just know you are not alone. Hope you have great luck with the rest of the herd . Chin up. Thanks for the great videos.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you for your comment. It helps

[@RuthJones-iz1ve]

So glad you got your win!!! Great ending to a sad beginning.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Exactly Thanks for following

[@pumptruckjim]

Hi Mike. When most people buy a camera they look for a water resistance rating. You need to look for a cow slobber rating. Have a great day.

[@patsyjudd2117]

😄

[@trbowlin]

Equally important to take care of the rancher...

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you for following

[@ChrisTessmer]

A cow had a calf this year, I went home to grab a nap, when I came back to check them a few hours later there was a dead twin in the pen with them. I beat myself up for days on that one. You can't catch them all, sorry for your loss Mike.

[@katnew4408]

Oh my Gosh look at the poor moms eyes she's so sad. She's looking at you to try to help! Sad for your loss!!

[@johnwooten5416]

Good luck for the rest of the herd

[@johnboling6510]

Anyone that raises livestock know the pain you felt with the first calf. We also know the great joy you felt when #1 was a healthy heifer. It's part of the game we play as caretakers of these wonderful creatures. Keep up the good work.

[@MartinHesselberg]

Congrats! Great to hear the excitement in your voice, really shows how much you love and care for the cows.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you

[@nancyparker3732]

The amount of the variety of skills and jobs that you perform on a ranch, never a dull moment!

[@OurWyomingLife]

Nope, never a dull moment for sure. See ya tomorrow.

[@ctraphagan]

Thanks for showing the good, but equally important to show the bad. It’s not all cupcakes and rainbows and it’s nice to see you show how much you care as well. Congrats on #1 and good luck with the rest of calving season

[@cherryfarms2135]

Hey mike, little update about my herd in pa. We have 45 spring calving cows... lost 2 right off the get go, now we have had 34 calves and just yesterday a set of twins, luck can change any minute... be safe out there checking mommas!

[@bettyrickert3358]

Congratulations on calf #1 thanks for taking us along 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Granny B.

[@rodneywroten2994]

And a perfect place to have it behind the wind break wall

[@OurWyomingLife]

Cows are smarter than most give them credit

[@petermavus4131]

Thought this was a episode of Mike Rowe,s America,s Dirtiest Jobs but it turned out to be like a Heinz ketchup commercial with the song Anticipation is making me wait.....and witnessed the circle of life...and a little miracle of nature at the end.... I like HOPE

[@vickyburton2434]

Good morning. Your can’t blame yourself for the unfortunate death of a calf. There could have been something wrong with the poor guy. I have seen this many times on our ranch. You take care of your animals then you take care of yourself and your family. You are doing an amazing job. Thank you for sharing your life with us! Blessings from Texas.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you Vicky

[@charlespotts2578]

I love to see your stuff and am saddened by the attitude of some that want to say disrespectful things. To do what you have done and are doing is extraordinary to say the least. Stay the course and keep up the great work. I'm so glad I found your vlog as it reminds me of my life years ago. Thank you for sharing.

[@barbarataychert4910]

Congratulations on the live calf.

[@robertmarino2158]

Congratulations Mike , a new born calf , stay strong , enjoy ! Bob

[@dottiehildebrand3123]

Yeah our first calf . I'd say grace would be fitting as a name or faith. All your hard work and it's not over yet. Congratulations on your first. God bless you and your family and be safe. Here's to another couple of calf's tonight.♥️🇺🇸🌹

[@OurWyomingLife]

Hope we can have a few more on the ground soon. Thanks for watching Dottie.

[@noocemiller6005]

HERE THEY COME! Glad your day ended on a positive note!

[@debcarpenter8519]

Congrats Mike! Here's to a healthy and productive calving season! Sunday should be a big day with the weather coming in! LOL.

[@OurWyomingLife]

That's Wyoming Let's hope

[@tomcleghorn4005]

Glad the day had a happy ending. And never second guess yourself. Everything happens for a reason. Keep up the hard work.

[@alisonlightner866]

So happy for you after a bad start to the day. You could name her Friday or Hope, since it is Good Friday

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Alison. Good suggestions. See ya tomorrow.

[@leannkennedy6568]

I named my truck Tuesday. A KZbinr named his bike Sunday. Friday sound like a good name to me.

[@xyzxyz6985]

I follow your vlogs everyday from Australia

[@ibfgarage9365]

Never a fun day when you lose a calf....Glad ya got to have a redemption calf before sundown!

[@oscareli5114]

God Bless🙏🏼

[@vickireynolds7039]

Name her Blessing. What a great Blessing at the end of a hard day Mike. Love your videos and family.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you

[@judybaseel8913]

Your passion for these cows are amazing. You cannot control fate. Your amazing and you are doing good. Don't worry, God ment that to be.

[@missybliss4357]

Hugs to you & your gentle heart, Brother.

[@brandeissports3436]

💜 so sorry for your loss. It’s always sad to loose scald It’s. But having another one helps. So congratulations on your successful beginning to calving season..

[@cajunnathan4586]

Finally! The First Calf!

[@cherylcampbell7495]

A day in the life of a rancher..sorry for the calf. Your amazing with your dedication to your family and animals.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Welcome to our world

[@JPascal61]

Dang brother, that's hard. Keep your chin up and focus forward.

[@sandracorless6186]

Hey Mike I'm sorry for the lost of the calf mother nature took care of this one as to why we will never know so congratulations on your calf you was smiling from ear to ear --->where are the cigars😉 joking how about naming her Sunny because of the beautiful sunset when she was born so you got one calf on the ground and how many more to go so what's next for our Wyoming life keep up the good work and see you in the next video 🤔🐂🤠😉

[@PatricesProjects]

I was thinking Sunset would be appropriate.

[@lindamiller3144]

Feel your pain and feel your joy! You are doing great ...your happiness is contagious!

[@shaunroberts9361]

Wow. Mike you have come along way. Good for you. Good job.

[@larrybelken7568]

You should do a show on the oil rigs that I see in the background working.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Maybe Thank you for following along

[@jimboslice238]

Tough start to the day, glad it ended on a positive note!

[@OurWyomingLife]

Always glad when a day ends on a good note. See ya tomorrow.

[@nernbergfarms3935]

Hey Mike good luck to the rest of calving, we start in less than a week!

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Nernberg Farms, and good luck to you too. Thanks for watching.

[@dalemartin307]

Glad to see ya smiling there at the end buddy..hope all the rest of the calving goes well

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you See you tomorrow

[@johnguay1859]

Thanks Mike, this event is a turning point for your caving season, glad t see the delight in your eyes and your voice. Share with the family, sprit booster for sure!

[@noc8076]

Iodine spray on the ear tags will prevent any infections.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you for watching

[@feliccasampson5376]

Morning Mike Am sorry for your loss. Congratulations to # 130 & new born. I love that name faith. Go get some rest Mike am sure you get very frustrated at times. Thanks for sharing .Enjoy your day.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Felicca. Stay safe and healthy.

[@feliccasampson5376]

@@OurWyomingLife Thank You Mike

[@mas300]

Sorry for the first loss Mike ...but we ended with a beautiful healthy heffer..Grace by birth...start of joy...

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Ma S. Thanks for watching.

[@SheepyHollowCanada]

You brought a tear to my eyes during all this mess we are in. Hope has arrived.

[@barbcoleus]

Congratulations. Hopefully the rest of the year will go well.

[@stoltzfus55]

Just call her Easter,🤗

[@OurWyomingLife]

That's an option

[@8tomtoms8]

He could or he might have six more by Sunday.

[@ojjenkins7110]

2 SB'S AND 1 LB SO FAR MIKE. HAPPY GOOD FRIDAY.

[@richarddonat1832]

Best real-life ranch video!!

[@tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579]

Mike!! Finally buddy. Long wait. Congrats

[@tomnekuda3818]

For most of your viewers the death of the calf was academic.....for anyone who lived on a farm/ranch it was a grim reality. I just hated it when we lost a calf. The worst part was when the cow didn't "clean"......been there several times Mike. Calving time is hours of boredom with moments of desperation.

[@lionsresourcefulness5033]

Tom Nekuda most often unless you/they have personally lived through a death of an animal or person, you/they don’t understand the profound effect it has on one.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Hard to accept but true. Thanks for following

[@moefugger]

Do I watch Mike too much when he goes out in that gator and i'm thinking , "Hello cows" ?

[@OurWyomingLife]

Not at all Moe! Thanks for tagging along!

[@rnull2237]

Awesome, so sorry that the first calf was stillborn I'm guessing, congratulations on the number one calf, great video, have a great day Mike.

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thank you for following along

[@bruceellingson6176]

toughest critic on you is yourself and trying to move on you are doing the best you can and in the end that's what counts again thank you for allowing us to shows both the good and bad of ranching in Wyoming thanks and god bless

[@OurWyomingLife]

I agree Bruce, and showing both sides of the coin is the right thing to do. Thanks for watching.

[@sweettrubble4635]

This may be silly, but everything I know about farming I got from the James Herriot books. It is a whole lot of work and takes a special kind of person to take it on. 🙂😏🤭

[@susiebafford7921]

Awwww, I’m sorry about that calf Mike.

[@josephinejwang8248]

You’re also a veterinarian on top of being a farmer! Great job!

[@AJGreen-cn8kk]

I think I just heard Bloomberg say, "ranching is easy, you just drive around in your custom 4X4 and watch cow's tails."

[@TK-qu1ht]

New Life is so wonderous!

[@debrahchristensen9528]

Such a sad way to start, but an extremely happy way to end! Here's to the rest of the calves being healthy!

[@rebecca94503]

Aww! You’re the best Cow ObGyn!

[@lewthrasher4194]

That was my first question. Were you able to find what cow gave birth to the dead calf. Thank God you found her.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Mike. I am proud of you. You have come along way COWBOY...

[@OurWyomingLife]

Appreciate that Shaun.

[@wykeishacraft6820]

Good morning to Our Wyoming Life

[@OurWyomingLife]

Morning

[@fionajane56]

I agree its a mind game of what ifs and could haves. You really do a fantastic job. God Bless you and keep you safe and not too sleep deprived in the days ahead.

[@mrt9781]

Congrats Mike !

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Mr T.

[@danmiller4774]

My experience first loss of the year is tough but it gets you focused on the rest. You always feel like a failure when you lose one but as soon as you got a live one that one takes over then you feel a lot more successful. And you're in sync with nature again.

[@WaterburnerActual]

Above it all, ya went home with a smile on your face!

[@PatricesProjects]

Getting that extra hour of sleep didn't kill that calf. She looked like she was still born. I sure hope the mama, 167, is fine. I love that the day had a happy ending. I was initially thinking Sunset would be a good name, but that sweet calf seemed to give you Hope for a successful calving season. So Hope would also be a fitting name. There's also the fact that it is the Easter weekend, and for believers in Jesus Christ, what He did for us gives us hope. Happy Easter Mike.

[@joenoe7885]

I just admire you and your ranch....i would love to have that life...as always God bless the United States of America.

[@southwestiowacattlefeeding6720]

My grandad use to say you can’t loose them if you don’t have them. I know it’s tuff but it’s part of the job.

[@Emg2463]

Congratulations !

[@mitchellgourley3653]

Good to see you have one alive

[@michaelhunter5056]

So cool!!! Happy for you!

[@jodysappington7008]

Sorry about the first one but glad #1 is okay...you all take care

[@sunshinecindy570]

Wonderful! She is precious. Can’t wait to see more babies! Wishing you all a Happy Easter!

[@mikehamilton3833]

Congratulations on #1. Beautiful baby cow. Good ending of a rough start. Good job teaching us good vet and care practices for mama cows and babies. Thanks for letting us tag along. See you tomorrow, Mike.

[@robbiebowie6505]

Thank God!

[@gavinb6300]

Man I hope to be a cattle rancher one day🤞🏻

[@galadriel812]

me2

[@OurWyomingLife]

Be prepared for the roller coaster ride

[@robertensign8786]

Gavin B. It is a lot of hard work, heartache, frustration, and at times fulfilling. Don't plan on getting rich either. In fact I recommend starting off rich so you can at least retire just above the poverty line. I'm sorry, just venting. It's been a long hard calving season for us and cattle prices are so worthless now. Everyone wants their food for next to nothing and us ranchers and farmers are left floundering. No SBA loan will help us out..... God bless America and all it's farmers and ranchers and truckers and grocery store workers for keeping the wheels rolling. Calve On friends. We can't give up

[@afkhhan]

@@robertensign8786 🙂🙂

[@jimrobertson2023]

When I lose a calf it is like a member of the family dying. It takes a little while to get over it.

[@OurWyomingLife]

It truely is. J R Thanks for watching.

[@mcd5082]

Nothing you can do mike, don’t put the burden of blame on yourself. Better days are ahead. It’s nature sometime, we can’t control everything.

[@jamesdonal8599]

The dead calf looked to me as if it was born dead, the calf looked to me as what I call a watery belly, I used to get calves similar occasionally in my herd. Usually they are born at start of calving season, the retained cleansing as we call it.happens as side effect. Good luck as now it’s started .🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@rshoemaker7368]

Sorry and happy at the same time. Don’t beat yourself up! Hope the rest of calving goes well. In any given season how many calves do you loose?

[@OurWyomingLife]

A 10% lose rate industry wide is said to be the norm. Ours fluxuates year to year, but thankfully we are well under that.

[@errolunverzagt8558]

Sorry for the lost

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks Errol.

[@jamesspires8096]

Glad the day made a turn for the better

[@OurWyomingLife]

I was too James. See ya tomorrow.

[@g.s.7022]

Please do not blame yourself, you cannot justify all of them, and it is also not possible to always be in the right place at the right time. They do so much, much more than many others would. I wish you, with all my heart, that the rest of the calves are all born alive and well and that the mother cows remain on their feet☘️💫💐

[@Aardvarkangus]

Glad everything went well with 130. As you kept going out I worried that there might be a problem. It is funny how one cow spends all day obviously in labour and the next shows now sign and drops a calf between checks. When working inside the cow, if you put the small glove over the long exam glove, you have better dexterity. This is especially when you have to re-position a calf. The latex or nitrile glove isn't as slippery.

[@janetdavy4293]

Awwwwwwww Proud Mama. Precious calf. Your proud to. Do you own all that land? How much land, may I ask?

[@kennethmaser1767]

Congratulation Mike, It was great to be along for your first calf.

[@wykeishacraft6820]

What a 👪 and a animal care taker , you 💘 those animals .

[@OurWyomingLife]

Thanks, and I do Wykeisha. See ya tomorrow.

[@BillTheTractorMan]

Congrats!

[@marcomartinez2957]

Happy your day ended much better than it started, I like Scott's suggestion, Faith would be a great end to that sunset! Stay healthy thanks for giving us something better to watch than Virus news:)

[@OurWyomingLife]

Appreciate that Marco. See ya tomorrow.

[@ernestdougherty3162]

It breaks my heart when you find a dead calf also that's never a good time but then on the bright side you have a new baby calf that is alive and doing well and his tag number one congratulations Mama you did a good job send Mike your new Daddy

[@OurWyomingLife]

The roller coaster of life on the Ranch. Thanks for watching Ernest.