Rec leave at Turner's Vineyard

I am settling in well in the Reception area of Turner's. I have mooved around a little, as I was causing the humans some distress. I am now in prime position for all customers as they walk directly into Reception. Visitors do give me strange looks, but once they read about my birth and journey so far, I receive a laugh.

I am loving the recent rain, and am getting used to mooching around the office. I must admit, however, that standing around is making my back a bit stiff.... something I will get used to. The food here is really outstanding and comes from their 5 star restaurant! I have heard there is a Cellar Door and a Museum at Turner's. Now that I am not in milk production, I am led to believe that I can have a wine, or two..... something that Turner's could arrange for me, I am sure!

Heads Up at the IPSHA conference

I am the proudest cow alive, today! I have had the privilege of being the first cow to walk the ramp into the new Media Centre at Orange Grammar. The IPSHA (Independent Primary School Head's Association) are using our very new facility to hold its conference. . . I am the centre piece of the conference! Well, that's what I think, anyway. I am a little suspicious, however, as I have heard my keeper talking about me going out to agistment for a month, come Sunday. Surely I am not leaving home, after so many travels! I haven't seen my new wings, yet. Nor have I seen any children. 'Is this really the right school?' I am left wondering.

A Totally Local paddock

You just will not believe where I find myself this morning! I am at the 'famous' Farmers' Market outlet called Totally Local. I say famous, because the Sydney Morning Herald are visiting them this morning. The paddock must be famous - otherwise the media from Sydney would not make the trip out here. Media aside, the most exciting thing for me is that I can see my home - Orange Grammar. They are REALLY close. So close that I could walk home. . .  I am not allowed, however, to walk home as there is a no pedestrian access policy in place at the school. Surely that would not be the case for a cow? Especially not a famous one?

Flashing my colours at Food in a Flash

Another day in paradise in chilly O-town! This morning I was greeted by my keeper and her helper for a morning walk in the chilly air of Orange. I am enjoying a sunny position at Food in a Flash, on Sale Street. I have even had cheers and beeps from passing cars. On the menu today are lots of delectable treats prepared by Stuart & Fiona, the cafe owners. The question has been asked of me as to the whereabouts of my wings... It really is difficult maintaining my image of the Dairy Tooth Fairy, without wings. I wonder how my permanent wings are progressing? I am promised that the next art project at Orange Grammar is going to be plaster wings for me. I really cannot wait to see them! They could come in handy during my stay at Food in a Flash - it is one thing to have wheels, but wings would make this fairy fly!!

Indulging with Red Chilli Deli

It is with great surprise that I find myself in the most beautiful north facing, sunny spot in a deli called Red Chilli Deli. Even though I am a bovine, I am finding the warmth and smell of the deli.... devine! I have turned a blind eye to the meat products here, and am feeling quite comfortable. The girls are SO friendly - just makes me want to stay for a cuppa!! That would be very indulgent of me, wouldn't it?

ABC with Boomers

  

I had a really lovely day, today in Boomers Bookshop, in the Orange City Centre. Although it was a very peaceful day, I enjoyed watching over the children's section, very much. There was alot of talk about the recent 'visit' of Julia Donaldson’s The Gruffalo ... 'What is a Gruffalo?' I wonder. It would be great if I could read, as the humans seem to get so much enjoyment out of it. It left me wondering if the pink glasses I wore at Young Eyes would be of any use to me. The highlight of my day was a very nice man in the City Centre commenting on how beautiful I am. He called me Daisy! What a lovely name for such a bright cow.

Feeling Energized

After a very hectic week, I find myself in the most beautiful cafe, full of friendly childen who give me pats and hugs. I am at Energize Cafe in the Wellness Centre, where I will be grazing for 3 days. I do like the look of the human menu here - no rump steaks to be worried about! I quite like the look of the 'superfood salad' and also the 'energise salad'. Fancy -  catering for a vegetarian like me! I feel energized already! Here is a picture of me wearing a chef's apron.

Balancing the books with Mark Byrnes & Co

I find myself saying once again that the weather's fresian out here!! I am in an udderly delightful paddock with Mark Byrnes & Co. They are working with me to provide a strategy that meets my financial objectives..... apparently they are having terribull trouble finding an Australian owned dairy company - not even Dairy Farmers, National Foods or Parmalat are owned by Australians! What is the world coming to? I am quitely hoping that I am not up for any 'manual adjustments' or other 'creative accounting' procedures that I hear accountants refer to. I, personally, think that I am very well adjusted.... creative as I am!

Mootiful Eyes at Young Eyes

Yesterday, I had a very different experience, and found myself in the shopfront of Young Eyes, on the main street of Orange.  Before I was put into my paddock, however, I went through an eye test with the very caring Leesa Jagers. She explained to me that my eye health was very important while I am a young bovine, even though there are many optical solutions available these days. Although a little apprehensive, my testing was completely pain free. My eyes were found to be clear of macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts. I am now the proud owner of a very flash pair of pink sunglasses, as Leesa is very worried about the glare when mooching in my paddocks. My glasses will even get an ultrasonic cleaning and service after 12 months of wearing. I am very much looking forward to visiting the girls at Young Eyes again, as I particularly love the view from my paddock. Here is a picture of me saying goodbye to some of the staff.

Moove over Hoggy - Picowso is here

What a great Mothers Day I have had with Carolyn and her gang at Hogs Breath Cafe - no barbecow here!! I mooved around the restaurant and got lots of pats and cuddles. I have disappointed a few small humans however, because I did not let down any milk - not even strawberry milk! How confusing for them!! I am pictured here in prime position, getting first glance of all visitors as they enter the restraurant. I have had another thought about my career whilst staying at Hoggys -  a racing bovine! Carolyn is proud to say that she is the first person to ride me.... I didn't even blink an eyelid. Happy Mother's Day, Carolyn, and thanks for having me!

No tips for this cow.

I am thrilled to report that no Bistro Ceello visitors attempted to tip me, and so, I am still standing! Ready for my Mothers Day adventure at Hogs Breath - a  steak restaurant. I was a little concerned at first, but I am assured that Dairy Cows do not make good 'eating'... humans are a little concerning, if you would like my opinion! I am pictured here with my human keeper and her small helper. They have given me very good exercise lately, keeping my pins in nice shape. I just love the fresh air, and the great chats we get to have with human strangers along the way. I really am a very lucky Dairy Cow!

The weather's fresian out here . . .

I had an enjoyable morning at the Conservatorium today, and got a blast from the brass players..... it is a shame I didn't see the string teachers, as they certainly are a little less windy and more highly strung that the other moosicians! I went for another walk today, down the main street of Orange! I think it is fair to say that I stopped traffic! I am now enjoying a social outing on the balcony of Bistro Ceello. (it's fresian!) Just lovely chatting to the locals - they really are friendly out here. I am NOT going anywhere near the kitchen, however, as I have seen the very large carving knives out there. I am pretty sure I would be safe with Chef Want, even though I have heard that he wants to carve my rump! ... the braised mooshrooms look good, as does the duck leg. (not for me, as I am of the vegetarian inclination, myself!) A word of warning to patrons - DONT TIP THE COWS! .... they fall over!!

the perfect accompaniment - a bovine moosician

After my exhausting attempt at indoor soccer and cowmando, I was thrilled to find myself in the 'link'of the Orange Regional Conservatorium. Things were a little largo here this afternoon, but I am assured it builds to a  crescendo come Saturday morning. I am led to beleive that all the  musicians will emerge for their jam sessions. I have also heard that I am to feature in the Youth Orchestra on the main stage! WOW! I really must be famous! Moos Brothers, Moolin Rouge and The Sound of Moosic... Oh! The list could go on. I wait in anticipation for an udderly moosical day, tomorrow...

Laughabull sporting skills!

I have learned the hard way that a Dairy Cow is not designed to be a sporting star! Apart from the my excellent speed as an indoor soccer ''sweeper'', there is alot of room for improvement. Netball is out of the question, as is Actionball. I have considered the play equipment in Play on Indoor as an option for sport . . .  Cowmando sports has potential one would think? I am, however, exhausted and am resting for the afternoon.... call me a Cowch potato!! I am dreaming of some green paddocks .... were they in Coquimbo (COW)?

Playing the Field at Play on Indoor

I have said goodbye to the lovely girls at Marally Craft who have really looked after me well. I was inspired by the range of patchwork fabrics, beads, and even scrapbooking products that I got to chew amongst last night. I am sure I could be a very creative cow if I had the right appendages... Lets face it - I am in a very creative body!
I have learnt that many people were really surprised to see how large I am in real life during my stay with Marally. Maybe the people of Orange have not seen real life sized cows before? I am life size aren't I?
After my walk yesterday, I was shocked to learn that I am to spend the next few days in a sporting complex called Play on Indoor. It looks like the humans get some enjoyment out of running themselves out of breath and crashing into each other! I sincerely hope they do not get any ideas about teaching this old cow any sort of sporting skills. Really - I am made to look beautiful! I wonder if there another word for beautiful that I could translate to a name? How about Bovinia? That could work... Until my next paddock - wish me luck!

Feeling crafty at Marally

After my walk this morning, I have been placed in the most beautiful paddock with Marally Craft. I was mooved to learn that the material and sparkles for my very own tutu were purchased from Marally. What a great shop - full of everything you could possible need for a variety of craft projects. Even for a cow tutu! Here is a picture of me arriving.

Uddering goodbye to Harvey World Travel!

Another paddock cleaned up, and I am on the moove again.... I was completely stimulated at Harvey World, and, really, who could think of a better occupation? Oh - other than a Dairy Cow, of course! I enjoyed my day off, yesterday, and was quite entertained by the humans passing the window.... especially late at night. It is no wonder they (humans) have trouble teaching animals! Speaking of humans, I do miss mine from Orange Grammar. I wonder what they are learning today? I took a brisk walk down a few streets of Orange, this morning. Apparently that is not the done thing in Orange, because I received many looks from passing traffic! Here is a picuture of me uddering goodbye to Harvey World Travel - you can almost see the tears in my eyes! CIAO! SAYONARA....