LÖSHÁFARMS LLCFriday Farm LetterFriday field notes · September 18, 2026
A week full of small beginnings
Fresh pasture, tiny chicks, growing animals, good work and quiet moments in the sun. A short video can only show so much—these are the stories behind our week.
Farm life rarely moves in a straight line. This week brought joyful beginnings, important care, a difficult worry and plenty of reminders to slow down long enough to notice the good.
PASTURE CARE • PONIES
A little more room to move
Our ponies were having a bit of trouble getting around, so we moved them into a new pasture with more room to walk and graze. We are hopeful that the extra movement, fresh space and freedom to choose their own pace will help them feel better.
NEW LIFE • CHICKS
The sweetest sound on the farm
New baby chicks hatched this week. There may not be a sweeter sound than hearing a mother hen quietly talking to her babies. Those tiny answers from beneath her feathers make every long chore list pause for a moment.
DAY THREE • INCUBATOR
We have life!
On day three, candling showed the first signs of life inside the incubator. Now comes the hardest part: waiting through the next sixteen days.
We also found a new brooder for the chicks' first home. It came with washable liners, heat plates, feeders and the other basics we need. We are not affiliated with or promoting the product—we are simply excited to try it and share what we learn.
LAND CLEANUP • GOAT CREW
Matilda and Heidi join the Kiko girls
Our pygmy goats, Matilda and Heidi, have joined the Kiko girls on land-cleanup duty. After working through the brush, they took a well-earned break to enjoy the beautiful weather. Even the hardest-working farm crew needs time to rest and take it all in.
GENTLE GIANT • ROSIE & THE BOYS
Playtime with Thor and Loki
Rosie spent time playing with Thor and Loki this week. Watching a Highland so much larger than the young goats carefully soften her movements is one of those moments that shows how thoughtful animals can be.
HIGHLAND HERD • RUAIRIDH
Two more weeks with Ruairidh
Baby Ruairidh—our little “red king”—is getting bigger and will leave for his new home in only two more weeks. Raising Highland cattle is such a joy, but letting them go is one of the hardest parts. We know this is what responsible breeding asks of us, and we are still going to miss him terribly.
THE WORK BEHIND THE FARM • MR. LÖSHÁ
From dentistry to ranch work
Logan—Mr. Löshá—works hard all week caring for patients at Dental Care of Spokane. Then he comes home, changes hats and gives that same steady care to the ranch. The animals, land and endless repair list are better because of him.
POND TIME • DUCKS & GEESE
Messy, noisy and endlessly entertaining
The ducks and geese made the most of their pond this week—swimming, splashing and playing as if the entire place had been built only for them. It is hard not to stop and watch when the whole flock is having that much fun.
POKIE'S CORNER • PERSONAL TENT
Where's Pokie?
Pokie had completely disappeared into his personal tent. Just when we started wondering where he had gone, one little nose popped out to investigate the possibility of a snack. Mystery solved.
FARM DOGS • RESTING, BUT READY
The many positions of “off duty”
Livestock guardian dogs may look completely relaxed, but they are never truly off duty. Even while resting, they remain aware of their surroundings and ready to respond at a moment's notice.
Legion found the perfect sunny spot, while Ragnar demonstrated his official number-one sleeping position: all four paws in the air. It may not look dignified, but apparently it is part of his security strategy.
FAMILY UPDATE • HARLEY
Resting together
Our old dog Harley is struggling with a nerve problem in his back and has had a very difficult time getting around this week. We are keeping him comfortable, watching him closely and hoping for his recovery. Even Ron has been loving on him, as if he understands that Harley needs extra care right now.
Harley is a deeply loved part of our family, and we are not ready to say goodbye.
HIGHLAND LIFE • WELLINGTON
Wellington and his ladies
Wellington spent the week doing what a herd bull does best: calmly keeping track of his ladies. His quiet temperament is one of the qualities we value most in our Highland breeding program.
HOUSE CREW • FREYDIS
The eyes that always get me
Freydis has perfected the art of asking for a bite without saying a word. She simply looks at me with those sweet little eyes and waits for me to surrender. Honestly, who could say no to that face?
LEARNING WASHINGTON • WILDLIFE
Alien invasion—or future butterfly?
I was warming up in the hot tub when I found this creepy caterpillar staring back at me with what looked like enormous eyes. As someone still learning Washington's insects, I was convinced an alien takeover had begun.
Logan calmly explained that it should become a beautiful tiger swallowtail butterfly. I will try to remember the butterfly instead of running for cover next time—but those fake eyes still freak me out.
THROWBACK • OVER 40 YEARS AGO
Born loving animals
More than forty years ago, this was me with our pet deer, Bambi. Her mother had been hit by a vehicle, and my parents found the baby beside the road and brought her home. We loved her so much.
Long before Löshá Farms had a name, animals were already shaping my heart. Looking at this picture now feels like seeing the very beginning of the life I was meant to build.
BEHIND THE SCENES • ROUTINE CARE
Healthy hooves, happy herd
The horses and ponies all had their feet trimmed today. We did not stop for pictures, but it was another important job checked off the list. A lot was accomplished this week—including the essential work that happens behind the scenes to keep every animal healthy and comfortable.
Keep following the journey
Thirty seconds can't show the whole story.
We will keep adding the full stories—the lessons, laughter, work and animals behind each short clip. Learn with us and follow the journey here at Löshá Farms.