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Lesa Reid
Jan 14, 2021
Keep It Simple
This little stainless steel whisk is one of my newest favorite things. I bought it a couple of months ago when I decided that I wanted to...
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Lesa Reid
Jun 25, 2020
A Favorite Bread With My Favorite Flour
This is how my bread dough likes to rise on a sunny summer day. I put it in my favorite glass bowl, cover it with saran wrap, and set it...
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Lesa Reid
Jun 5, 2020
Old Fashioned Banana Pudding
A bit of old fashioned goodness. Banana pudding!
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Lesa Reid
May 27, 2020
Building a Sustainable Business Plan
So, what is a registered Dexter worth? How much will a Dexter heifer cost? How can I, as a Dexter owner myself, set my own selling...
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Lesa Reid
May 26, 2020
Dexters and How They Look
One of my favorite things about Dexters is the natural variety in the breed. Here are some facts about types of Dexters: Dexters come in...
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Lesa Reid
May 26, 2020
Wonderful Dexter Milk
Dexters can be excellent family milk cows! Here's why most Dexter owners think their milk cows are so special: Their small size makes...
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Lesa Reid
May 26, 2020
The History of Dexter Cattle
Dexter cattle originated in the early 1800’s from small herds of native cattle found in the Kerry region of southwest Ireland. Perhaps...
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Lesa Reid
Mar 18, 2019
The Show Scene Starts Here
At Kirkhaven Farm, we consider it an honor and privilege to compete or exhibit our Dexters at local, regional, and national venues. We...
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Lesa Reid
Feb 27, 2019
Delbert's Journey
Dexters are mystical creatures. They have teleportation super powers. They steal hearts without anyone seeing. And they somehow make you...
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Lesa Reid
Feb 23, 2019
Old Treasures
I love vintage things. Heirlooms. Heritage treasures. Handmade pieces. Up-cycled items. My home (a “vintage” log cabin itself) is full...
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Lesa Reid
Feb 20, 2019
A Side of Kirkhaven Farm Dexter Beef: The Basics
When we chat with clients about Kirkhaven Farm Dexter Beef, we typically encounter similar questions from each client. Here's a...
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Lesa Reid
Feb 20, 2019
Pepper Encrusted Dexter Petite Tenders
Recipe designer: Lesa Reid Name of beef cut: Petite Tenders Primal section of origin: Chuck Gear: Cast iron skillet Crock pot...
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Lesa Reid
Jan 23, 2015
Bottle Baby Bitsie And Other Blessings
We don’t bottle feed our Dexter babies. They are raised by their mamas on the rolling hills of our East Tennessee farm . . . enjoying...
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Lesa Reid
Jan 17, 2015
Conversing With Cattle
Adorable little red Bitsie placidly chewing her cud. Sleepy Beauty, dreamy in a hay pile. Kirkhaven My Cabernet patrolling the heifer...
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Lesa Reid
Jan 10, 2015
Milking Moo
There’s something special about milking Moo each morning. Naturally, we love the rich, creamy milk she gives. And we enjoy all the...
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