Ever bought a Cow?

I have always wanted to buy a cow from a farmer since I moved off the farm.  I would have a butcher process the meat for me so that I can have fresh meat without any hormones.  My boyfriend is actually going to buy a full cow and give me half after he processes the cow.  He normally only get's half a cow but to help me out he is going to get a full cow.  Half a cow for a family of 2 or 3 who has beef a few times a week may be able to make it last 6 months to a year.  I am so excited about this.  I have an almost full chest freezer already from the freezer meals so I definitely have to find a larger one for the cow but it will be worth it to save on the cost of beef at stores.