Goat Ops
Almost 2 years ago, I quit my job as a SWE at a FAANG and started raising a small herd of dairy goats. We use the milk for personal consumption and to make soap to sell.<p>They give a nice rhythm to the day: I greet them shortly after rising and lock them up as the sun sets. We have daily conversations while I milk them and we gossip about the chickens.<p>The switch has forced me to hone my construction and machinery skills, but I still enjoy finding ways to slip tech solutions into my setup.<p>I recently started working again in tech remotely, but I'm doing non-profit work which is in much greater alignment with my personal values. I'm a lot happier and a good part of it is due to the goats.<p>It's not for everyone, but I've enjoyed the change in pace and outlook. And the fresh milk.