Posted by More crosswords solved, another clue to the age-old crosswords puzzle? Are you still looking for answers, or have you just got a perplexing question for some other crosswords enthusiasts? The answer to both may lie in an old domestic goat, if you dare think about it.
Okay, maybe none of this actually pertains to the real life goat, but it sure is cute when the characteristically cuddly character appears on the clue sheet, and none of the other words seem to make any sense. For example, is the word “farming” related to anything? Perhaps the answer is that the character is a farmer and he is very sad, as many farmers are. If that makes sense to you, perhaps you will see the correlation and you will find the perfect answer to the daily crosswords puzzle.
The goat is an important symbol of New Zealand culture and economy, as many of its residents are farmers and/or entrepreneurs. The goat is symbolic of many things in New Zealand like the country’s dependence on exporting dairy products, or the fact that New Zealand is an agricultural powerhouse and producer of everything from meat to wool. In the case of the latter statement, just realize that wool is not the same thing as sheep’s wool, which is what the goat is called. Sheep’s wool may be softer, but it is also more prone to catastrophic environmental events like fire.
Aside from its symbolism, the goat may also be a great pet. As any good parent will tell you, kids need their independence, and having an animal that can be left alone in the house for long periods of time is a perfect choice for any household, especially families with young children. The reason most parents buy pets in the first place is to keep the kids occupied, but they often find themselves sitting around the house doing nothing because their pets are bored or lonely. Being able to play with pets during your free moments and still have something to do is a good solution for both parent and child.
Goats are intelligent creatures that can be trained to do certain tasks. They have been successfully trained to pull sleds, herd farm animals, herd cattle, and build fences. While it is possible to purchase a hay rake from a hardware store, if you are going to use this as a puzzle farm item you should keep it simple. A simple wooden hoe could serve the purpose well enough. Just don’t make it too long-winded, or it will bore the little goat!
A wise goat will give you many hours of enjoyable and educational time spent with your child, as the two develop a lasting friendship that will last for years. If you want to raise farm goats, or just want to own one for companionship purposes, then consider starting a puzzle farm. This will also give you some extra money!