Copper Bottom Farms

09/01/2025

08/01/2025

Today is Timberline Tin Star Bentley's third birthday. He's the most compassionate character you'll ever be around. He loves the air conditioning and herding sheep & ducks as long as the temperature outside is 70 and below.

06/01/2025

WHY DOGS LIVE LESS THAN HUMAN

Here's the surprising answer of a 6 year old child.

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog’s owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn’t do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker‘s family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker’s transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker’s Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that dogs' lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ”I know why.”

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I’d never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.

He said, ”People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life — like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?” The six-year-old continued,

”Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay for as long as we do.”

Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

• When your loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
• Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
• Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
• Take naps.
• Stretch before rising.
• Run, romp, and play daily.
• Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
• On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
• On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
• When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
• Be faithful.
• Never pretend to be something you’re not.
• If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

That's the secret of happiness that we can learn from a good dog.

21/12/2024

I had some wonderful buyers visiting from Houston with their little ones to explore homes, so I thought it would be fun to take Elf and hide him in different rooms for the kids to find! Their excitement was absolutely heartwarming—it was such a joyful experience watching their faces light up as they discovered Elf in each spot. Such a delightful way to add a little magic to the home tour! Kelly James Brokers Assoc 512-630-7069
Homestead and Ranch Real Estate

20/12/2024

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20/12/2024

We're all in this together

18/12/2024

The older I get, the more I prioritize and appreciate these luxuries.

18/12/2024

My typical routine in the morning is to let the dogs out to go to the bathroom and while they're running around I'm getting my clothes on so I can go to the barn and feed all the animals. I walk out of the house and into the garage and the dogs are sitting in the mule waiting to be driven to the barn to get their breakfast. I didn't know I was an Uber driver.

17/12/2024

I love riding horses cuz you're constantly learning. You're not a good equestrian if you're stagnant and happy where you're at because you constantly have to adjust for your horse. This weekend we attended a schooling show at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park. The camaraderie among the competition and the lessons you learned taking away in the discipline of dressage are just phenomenal. This was Wyatts 2nd Western dressage show and we had our moments where he switched to freestyle and that was not the class that we were entered in. I felt really sorry for the judge looking at that one ride because it was a hot mess. The other two rides were a little bit better. We accomplished one goal that we've been working on for the last month and I'm very pleased with that. Dressage truly allows you to build upon and grow because it gives you comments on each movement. I love this group of equestrian showing and the fine people who put on these shows.
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13/12/2024

As Texans, we take pride in our unique identity, especially given the size of our state. Today, we've decided to introduce a new season called "Misty Season." In Texas, when a weather pattern lasts for more than five minutes, we get to name a new season! Unlike other states, we recognize six seasons, with the fifth being a combination of all seasons occurring within a 12-hour period. Feeling inspired by this idea, I went out and bought a new seat cover for my tractor.

21/11/2024

My chicks trying to keep warm. One particular chick always roosts on the hen. Not sure how that's going to work when it grows bigger

19/11/2024

If you're looking for a property in the Hill Country that offers income potential or multi-generational potential this is the property for you. It's located in Wimberley Texas and it is a little over 9 acres with three rental spots for RVs as well as two rental spots for cabins. They're currently generating income and you have the possibility to grow the rental income. All of this is located in a subdivision that has access to the Blanco river with paid membership and little deed restrictions. Give me a call at 512-630-7069 to set up your private showing with Kelly James, Brokers associate space Homestead and ranch real estate.