Kids Working On The Farm
We decided to engage our children in some “slave labour” this week. They’re actually pretty lucky and don’t have to do all that much around the farm (especially in comparison to kids of previous generations).
Farmboy’s actual motivation was to give the kids the opportunity to earn some spending money for our big trip. When he talked to me about it, I pointed out that he doesn’t ask much of them and he has been taking a lot of time away from the farm for them of late.
They weren’t all the keen on the idea at first but when I got out there, Singstar Princess told me “this is more fun than I thought”.
Of course, Lleyton’s job was such a chore!!!!
LOL. Farm kids have a great life don’t they?
It was really interesting watching the problem solving skills the kids were using when they had trouble cutting the old fence.
It was a beautiful day. The kids had fun, learnt some new skills and got some fresh air. Farmboy got his job done faster. The kids will get some pocket money for the trip. Everyone is happy. 
Mind you, I was the one who went back in the afternoon to help with banging in the new posts. Wonder if I get pocket money too???? LOL
Today, the kids are helping Farmboy erect the cyclone on the new fence.
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I think it’s a great idea getting the kids helping a bit more - esp. when you’ve got the big FAMILY holiday coming up. I think all our kids these days have it a bit too easy. I’m just as guilty - it’s usually just easier to do things myself but it’s not really going to help them out when they have their own families/homes to care for.
Libby
I think you’re providing your children with wonderful opportunities.
Oh boy how we dream of owning a farm……. I’d love it, just a few acres, it’s just so expensive to buy anything around here though
We were actually considering moving out west and away from the coast just to have the opportunity but I think I’d miss the ocean too much…… oh the sacrifices either way, who knows!!! Good on you though, I’m envious 