A man, a goat, and a dream

I want a goat!

Actually, I want a gaggle of goats. Yes, I realize the definition of a gaggle is a flock of geese. Nevertheless, I have always wanted goats. The kids think that this is a great idea. Shauna is totally, and I mean TOTALLY, against it. Shauna isn't a big animal person. She wants nothing to do with a petting zoo or animals. The thought of a goat or goats gives her chills.

Last night, I was on Craigslist looking for something for the kids and stumbled across a Fainting Nigerian Dwarf goat for $75. Yes, $75. I had no idea that goats were so reasonably priced. I immediately showed Shauna and so began the goat discussion. We discussed goats, the practicality of owning goats, and then looked at the various types of goats for sale.

I'm convinced that with the right house, and the right amount of land, I can pull this off. I picture myself waking up at sunrise, walking outside, and seeing my "gaggle of goats" over to the left of the driveway. I have roughly 20 months to make my case and convince Shauna.

Until then, I'm just a man with a dream of owning goats.

Sterling



P.S. My research starts today...