A/N: This is what I was talking about when I said year three is boring. Just editing these entries made me want to fall asleep. At least Tina's life gets easier. That's always nice. Once again, being a rancher is the same as a farmer. Trying to not focus on animals makes a semi-happy ending.
Disclaimer: I don't own Harvest Moon. If I did then you'd be able to keep more than one dog.
Entry 96 day 11 Summer
It rained most of the day. But I got a chance to take my animals out to wash them. I visited Galen at his house. He asked if I liked fishing. It's not bad, so I said yes. Then he gave me his favorite fishing rod. Then Galen told me that he didn't really need it anymore. That was very kind of him.
Other then that, I did the usual. I ordered bird feed and am still shipping a crop a day through Takakura. I caught a fish with my new fishing rod and ate a strawberry.
Marlin said it was hot. But it was raining at the time. Sometimes I can say we are normal. But then I remember the strange things that happen. I'm not complaining though. Usually Summers are a little difficult, but I things will go smoothly. Just gotta keep making fodder. You can NEVER have too much. Not bad for a rainy day.
Entry 97 day 12
It rained again. I'm getting a little tired of it. Fodder count is still over a 100 even though I had to feed my animals some.
Anyway, today I was thinking about Romeo being cute. I remembered Romana's cats. I haven't been to the villa in a while. But I couldn't go because of the rain.
Nathan and I walked over to Vesta's though. I saw Lumina and gave her a flower on the way. Then I gave flowers to Vesta and Celia. Nathan and I walked home and I spoke with Tartan. Tartan said that Takakura gives him water every day. But he wants more. I talked to Takakura and drank a lot of S milk from the fridge. It relaxes me. But honestly, I shouldn't drink so much milk. Marlin would probably not like it if he didn't get much. I'll remember to save some for him.
I feel so grown up now. It's hard to describe. I just do. Van will come tomorrow. I really hope it doesn't rain. Keko may be close to giving birth. And if that happens, I need to give her a quick bath before isolating her. Current G is 9,889. Not bad. Not bad at all.
Entry 98 day 13
I washed all the animals. Washing them every 3 days isn't too hard. But it's time consuming.
I saw Celia and Lumina walking by as I was heading toward Van. He walked in the Inn and I followed. He was talking to Tim. Deja vu. Van apparently started trying diets again. He said he was a little worried with so many failures, but this one worked. He touched the sparkly thing on Daryl's lab a bunch of times. And that falling off the roof so many times was worth it. Because he lost half his weight. I thought that the scale was just in kilograms. But I didn't tell him that. I congratulated Van to make him happy. I think I made some good money.
Nathan's diary says, "To be a good spy, I have to protect my treasure." My son is interesting indeed. Keko isn't ready to be isolated yet. Hopefully it wont be much longer. The crops are doing great. I should be able to harvest turnips soon. It was really nice and sunny today. How nice. Current G 11,591.
Entry 99 day 14
Keko's utters were red when I checked on her. So I gave her a quick wash and isolated her. I finally visited Romana. I spoke with Galen and caught a fish.
You know, Marlin told me he used to go swimming before he came to Forget-Me-Not valley. But no one swims here. I guess you learn something everyday. I wonder how good he was. After Keko starts giving milk again, I'm going to give him some.
I was busy today. Hopefully I'll be able to relax more soon. By the way, Nathan said I looked nice today. How sweet. I talked with Tartan and I guess that's most of what happened. I plan to visit Vesta and Celia soon. And I've realized I haven't seen the elves in a while. I guess they'll show up when the calf is born. Because I don't have time to visit them right now.
I keep drinking S milk. It really lifts my spirit and fills my belly. But it'll be gone soon if I don't hold back some. There's only so much in the fridge. I won't worry much though. Keko will probably give me some S milk in the near future. Hey, I wonder when Kaga will stop giving milk. Hopefully not too soon.
Entry 100 day 15
I have to keep feeding Keko fodder. But I don't think It'll be much of a problem. Just two stacks a day. I picked the turnips. I'm going to keep half and slowly sell the rest. My apple tree has flowers. I wonder when it will bare fruit.
We are doing well. I had some spare time, fodder is plentiful and we have lot's of money. I knew this was going to be a good year. I showed my son one of the turnips along with the other things. He likes them from afar. Turnips aren't tomatoes after all.
Vesta wasn't at her farm. But I was able to speak with Celia. I have about 5 more days to gather fodder. Maybe more if I'm lucky. Wow, I've got fodder on the brain.
Anyway, sometimes I look in the mirror and tell myself, "Children watch their parents as they grow, so I should set a good example!" That is very true. Marlin has been wondering what Nathan will be in the future. But I'm positive he will be a rancher or farmer. Because Nathan's interested in plants and animals.
Oh, speaking of Nathan. He said that Murrey is a nice person. I think he doesn't know what Murrey is capable of. Nathan would change his opinion if he saw Murrey steal food from us again. But enough of that. It's been a while since that happened anyway. It was another good day. I hope for the same tomorrow.
Entry 101 day 16
I wasn't able to wash Keko like the other animals. But I think she'll be okay. One of my cows did the sweetest things. She walked over to me for attention. So I nuzzled her. I think it was Kaga. It's hard to tell who's who sometimes.
Not much happened. I got a couple of golden eggs and stayed working on Natsume farm. Celia has asked me before how's everyone on my farm. And she's said that Nathan running around on the farm is good for his development. She's very nice.
Kaga's milk is now B rank. I think it's a sign that she's gonna stop giving milk soon. I hope she will hold on until after her mother starts giving me plenty of milk. Oh yeah, she'll be an older sister soon. And Isadora will have a young aunt or uncle. That's great.
Entry 102 day 17
I didn't do much again. Because I cut a lot of grass to make fodder. I now have 194 stacks. Hehe. I also talked to Vesta, Celia and Galen. My life is starting to revolve around my farm. But I don't mind at all. Current G 13,901. Romeo doesn't like me more than usual. But he is following me more. Interesting.
Entry 103 day 18
Not much again. Van came and I hardly haggled with him. He refused to raise his offer on milk. Romeo likes me more and Keko is close to giving birth. Summer is almost over. I have two more days to gather more fodder before the grass starts to die. I harvested most of the crops and planted a few extra melons. I have so much money now. Current G 16,006. Investing works!
Entry 104 day 19
I washed all of my animals. Including Keko. Meaning... she gave birth. I was on my way to the barn when the elves, Nik, Nak and Flak called me. They showed me the new female calf. I named her Katlyn. Does it seem like all the baby animals end up being girls? Anyway, the elves put her in the calf hutch and we put the isolation stall away.
Nathan spent time in the field while I worked. Then Takakura came out too. All of this is hard work. I could have one more cow become pregnant, or buy one more animal. But I think this is all I can handle. So this may be the end of getting more animals. Honestly, I have cows, a horse, a goat, a sheep, chickens, ducks, a dog and a cat. Maybe I should have stopped sooner. The new calf is going to be a lot of work too. At least I don't have to worry about watering the crops. Nathan's got it covered.
Entry 105 day 20
Last day of summer. Kaga's holding on with giving milk. Keko's only giving mother's milk. So I have to wait until she starts giving regular milk.
I bought seeds from Celia and planted Yams and Carrots at night. It started raining so I didn't have to water them. I still have leftover melons. So I decided to save some carrot seeds for Winter.
I talked with Galen and Dr. Hardy. I like Dr. Hardy. Anyway, I have 202 stacks of fodder. And tomorrow is the day the grass starts to wither. I'm not too worried. As long as some grass is there for the animals, and I keep a good amount stored in the barn, then there shouldn't be a problem. Let's see how it goes.
