by Cheryl Batavia

Ellen & Katey Visited a Ranch…E-I-E-I-O!

Ellen & Katey Visited a Ranch…

E-I-E-I-O!

Ellen and Katey visited a ranch…E-I-E-I-O!

And on this ranch they had some cows, E-I-E-I-O!

With a moo, moo here and a moo, moo there.

Here a moo, there a moo, everywhere a moo, moo!

Ellen and Katey visited a ranch…E-I-E-I-O!

Adapted from the traditional children’s song, “Old McDonald Had a Farm.”

Photos by Ellen, Katey and friends.

With a neigh, neigh here…

and an oink, oink there…

Here a mew, there a mew…

Everywhere a mew, mew!

Katey and Ellen visited a ranch. E-I-E-I-OOO!

On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, my daughters from Texas and I visited Zoo Tampa and had a wonderful time. On Wednesday, they visited the ranch of some of their friends in nearby Arcadia. I stayed home to rest and prepare for Thanksgiving dinner the next day.

I love the photos Katey and Ellen shared from that trip. Katey and Ellen love horses and volunteer at a ranch in Texas that uses horse riding therapy for disabled children. The pig in the pictures is a rescued wild pig. Cats and kittens on the ranch are very affectionate. One in particular seemed to want to go back to Texas with Katey. They also fed peanuts to a friendly squirrel!

After a quiet Thanksgiving and a dinner of ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, and ice cream, we rested up for a boat tour and dinner overlooking the bay in Punta Gorda on Friday. Robert was supposed to go with us, but the weather was a little cool and windy. On Saturday, we took a water taxi to an island restaurant, then had decadent deserts in Boca Grande. The girls went for a swim at the beach near the lighthouse.

Katey Batavia, Ellen Maher, Cheryl Batavia on the water taxi.

I have been under the weather, so we didn’t take the road trip we had planned, just some day trips nearby. Allergies and a sinus infection, followed by 24/7 migraine headaches for several months have slowed me down. I recently had an MRI, which ruled out the most serious possible causes of the migraines. A neurologist’s visit is scheduled for March to follow up. Meanwhile, a prescription for migraines from my family doctor should ease my pain. Hopefully, next year, my daughters and I will take our usual road trip.

Katey Batavia

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  1. Unknown's avatar

    What a wonderful trip to the farm for the girls Cheryl and a fabulous collection of photos … brings back fond memories of when I used to visit my aunty’s farm out at Fresh Water Creek … 🌏😍🌝

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      Thank you Ingrid! I feel I am turning the corner on the headaches just having ruled out the nightmare scenarios. I have an appointment today and hope to get a prescription that relieves the pain. Have a wonderful holiday with your family! Children always make holidays fun! ❤

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  7. Unknown's avatar

    And I immediately sang “Old McDonald Had a Farm” when I saw E-I-E-I-O! 😅😁😊❤️ I love that song! Judging from the photos, you surely had a great time.

    Hope you’re feeling better now, though.

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      So happy to hear you enjoyed the photos, Ritish! My pleasure to share them. Having ruled the scariest scenarios, I think I will be prescribed something for the migraines when I go to the doctor this afternoon. Thank you for your kind wishes. Have a lovely week! ❤

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    Glad you had some lovely time with your girls! Pictures are awesome. Sorry to know you are not keeping well, but happy about MRI results. Hope everything will be fine soon. My best wishes for the festive season ahead!🙏💐💖

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      Thank you, KK. So happy you enjoyed the photos. My pleasure to share them. ❤ Now that I have the MRI results, I think the doctor will prescribe something for the migraines when I go to my appointment today. 🙂

      Thank you so much for your holiday wishes. Almost time to welcome 2024!

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  12. Unknown's avatar

    What a beautiful and upbeat post, Cheryl, except for you not feeling well. I love the photos of the moos, neighs, oinks, and mews, and especially of Katey and Ellen. Happy Holidays, to you and yours, Cheryl.💖

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  13. Unknown's avatar

    Cheryl,

    Your lively adaptation of “Old McDonald Had a Farm” brings a delightful touch to the story of Ellen and Katey’s ranch visit. The narrative of their adventures, from Zoo Tampa to a friend’s ranch, is vivid and heartwarming.

    The personal touch of sharing family activities, such as Thanksgiving dinner and boat trips, adds warmth to your storytelling. Despite health challenges, your positive outlook shines through, and your resilience is commendable.

    Wishing you improved health and many more enjoyable road trips with your daughters in the coming year.

    ❤
    David

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  15. Unknown's avatar

    Looks like the animals enjoyed their visit too … such lovely pics of your daughter and the farm animals 🙂

    Sorry to hear about your health issues Cheryl, praying for a swift and complete recovery!

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      Thank you for your kind comment, Kate. You are right. I think the animals enjoy visitors.
      I am now negotiating with the insurance company about the prescription I have been prescribed for my migraines.

      Have a wonderful holiday season and best wishes for 2024. ❤

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