Teaspoon: "I was layin' in the sun over here by the to-maters when I heard the news!"
Penny: "I was just finishing my kitchen-scrap snack when I heard the news!"
Poof: "I was investigating the chicken yard when I heard the news! Cluck cluck!"
Grasshopper: "I was contemplating which corn stalk to chew on when I heard the news!"
Colonel Sanders: "I was practicing my crow when I heard the news! Unbelievable!"
Red: "I was harvesting seeds when I heard the news!"
Laffy Taffy: "I was practicing laying an egg when I heard the news!"
COCKADOOOODLE DOOOOOOOOO - NEWSFLASH - This Just In!
On Location: One short, stalky, black pygmy goat, known by the name Baaaaad Boxcar Betty, was caught in an attempt to escape the barnyard. Evidence shows that Baaaaad Boxcar Betty had considered escape prior to today's event, and had in fact, been working on her escape plan for months! Undercover reporter Callio-Pea was at the scene of the crime.
Callio-Pea: "I was here at the barnyard cafe just a short distance away enjoying my morning meal when the incident occurred. I knew plans were being made for an attempted escape, but I couldn't be sure when it would take place. Today was the day. Unbelievable. You just don't see things like this every day."
Callio-Pea: "As you can see here in this footage, prior to rescue crew response the portly pygmy was nearly completely suspended in her attempt to escape. At heights like this, things can get ugly. Baaaaad Boxcar Betty was lucky in her attempt that there were no injuries. It could have been devastating. I think it's safe to say that Baaaaad Boxcar Betty underestimated the circumference of her midriff, and her plan to escape failed her. Her attempted escape this morning stacked up more evidence that indeed, Baaaaad Boxcard Betty truly lives up to her name. I, on the other hand, am a good goat."
When asked by local farm authorities why she attempted her escape, Baaaad Boxcar Betty's response: "The grass IS greener on the other side! I won't give up! Don't underestimate this goat. This won't be the last you've seen from Baaaaad Boxcar Betty, I guarantee!"
Farm authorities have the situation under control and all residents of the farm have been assured that there have been no injuries. Please resume your regular daily activities.
Dandy: "Quack quack quack ... that Betty has all the fun!"
Best news flash evah! :)
Posted by: Beth M | August 19, 2010 at 10:08 AM
Crack me up!!!!!!!!! ahahahaha!!!!
.......and that's life on the farm!!!
Posted by: Becky | August 03, 2010 at 09:36 AM
Oh that was great! Thanks for the laugh and the beautiful pictures!!
Posted by: Danielle | July 27, 2010 at 10:33 AM
Silly Anna! Poor little (or not so little, as the case may be) Betty! She just needs a little adventure...
Posted by: jenny4wheel | July 27, 2010 at 09:50 AM
ROFL!! This is THE funniest news flash ever!! I was in suspense all the way to the end! You're a great artist, photographer & storyteller too!
Thanks for the chuckle!
Vina
Posted by: Vina | July 27, 2010 at 02:17 AM
too cute! My daughter and I just read this for our nighttime story! We are both laughing over the your farm adventures!
Posted by: Lynne Bunn | July 26, 2010 at 04:59 PM
Hee! Glad that the barnyard crew blew her in, 'cause it wouldn't be the same without one bad apple in the bunch!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | July 26, 2010 at 02:51 PM
ROFL - I want to live on your farm!
Posted by: Helen | July 26, 2010 at 02:41 PM
thanks for the sunset and story,love it... and i was just visiting hoping for farm pictures.....it made my morning
Posted by: Tiya-B | July 26, 2010 at 02:26 PM
OMG!!! That was LOL funny!!!!! Everyone at work is wondering why I am snikering!!!! Thanks for the great chuckle on a Monday morning! Have a wonderful week and good luck escape proofing that fence! Silly goat!
Manetta
Posted by: Manetta Deggelman | July 26, 2010 at 09:37 AM
Your last photo of the 'laughing duck' is just sooooo funny. Your farmyard friends certianly get up to all sorts Anna, From Bec Bowers in NZ.
Posted by: Rebecca Bowers | July 25, 2010 at 11:16 PM
Hilarious! Betty is soooo busted!
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | July 25, 2010 at 10:06 PM
hahaha. This is good. thanks :)
Posted by: Rebekka | July 25, 2010 at 08:09 PM
Too funny! Love your parody of "The Streak" I love your sense of humour!!!
Posted by: Deanna Maertz | July 25, 2010 at 03:48 PM
Never a dull moment on the farm!! I always look forward to see whats new each day. Great story
Posted by: Kathryn | July 25, 2010 at 10:18 AM
You crack me up. Could'nt help thinking this would make a very nice book book for my preschoolers, hint, hint...
Posted by: Sally | July 25, 2010 at 09:10 AM
You were lucky there were eye witnesses this time around. Good grief! (excellent photo story!
Posted by: Gabi With An Eye | July 25, 2010 at 08:24 AM
I was just chicken in and saw your post. You quack me up! Even your veggies are photogenic. Great photography, great story-telling.
Irene Lanouette
Posted by: Irene Lanouette | July 25, 2010 at 07:56 AM
Love this little story:) What good looking interviewees, too! You, Anna, are a fabulous photographer and story writer among many other talents! tfs
Posted by: Cindy H. | July 25, 2010 at 07:31 AM
Thanks for the news flash, Anna. Betty sure lives up to the reputation she has built for herself!
Posted by: bonnie weiss | July 25, 2010 at 05:27 AM
This just cracked me up, you (or rather, Callio-Pea) make an ace reporter. Thanks for making my day!
Posted by: Diane M | July 25, 2010 at 04:50 AM
Your postings always make me smile, but this one has me laughing out loud!
Posted by: Glenda Brooks | July 25, 2010 at 01:56 AM
Zoweee, I was sweating bullets on that one. I never know for sure what may happen around the women of my family. not since I was informed about the WILD RACCOON that they tried to coax into the HOUSE with cat food have I been this concerned. I guess it could have been a real Tarantula. That would have been exciting too. A goat in the fence will do just fine.......Love, Dad
Posted by: DK Wight | July 24, 2010 at 11:57 PM
Oh, Anna - you are SO funny! This is the cutest report!! I love it!!! xoxo Jeanne from HOT Idaho
Posted by: Jeanne in Idaho | July 24, 2010 at 09:51 PM
It's so funny,and the pisture so nice.
Posted by: MamanKoolAid | July 24, 2010 at 08:34 PM
ROTFLMBO!! That Bad Boxcar Betty....you should know better!!! Thanks for the great commentary Anna.....this was the laugh I so needed today!
Posted by: Kris A | July 24, 2010 at 08:15 PM
ohhh,,I'm rollin'..that is too funny!! good story Anna..and shame on you Betty!!! you should know the grass isn't always greener on the other side...
Posted by: Kellie | July 24, 2010 at 07:12 PM
OH MY GOODNESS!! SHE IS BBAAAAAADDD INDEED!!! That is quite an escape attempt! I'm glad she was not injured. A very impressive maneuver, to be sure! haha
Thanks for the hilarious report. I can always be assured of some smiles when I come to your blog!
Have a great weekend, Anna!!! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | July 24, 2010 at 05:50 PM
Too, too funny! I think I've underestimated the circumference of my midriff, too.
Posted by: Francie | July 24, 2010 at 05:21 PM
How funny! I love your blog!
Ronda
Posted by: Ronda Corriher | July 24, 2010 at 05:05 PM
Never a dull moment with Boxcar Betty around! LOL. Glad she is okay. Wonderful/fun narrative, too. :)
Hugs....
Posted by: Carol Dee | July 24, 2010 at 04:53 PM
Love your news flash, Anna! Yes, I'm sure the entire group was aghast! Baaaaad Betty!
Posted by: Sharli | July 24, 2010 at 03:17 PM
Oh you make me laugh, Anna. I do understand why she is "Bad" Boxcar Betty! LOL.
Posted by: Debby Watkins | July 24, 2010 at 03:10 PM
Too funny Anna!
Posted by: Susan | July 24, 2010 at 02:59 PM
Oh that is sooo funny, Betty is terrible. Great photos.
Posted by: Sian | July 24, 2010 at 02:50 PM
*chuckle*
Posted by: JulieHRR | July 24, 2010 at 02:44 PM