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Fleece colors
6 Jun 2023

Fleece colors

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Tuesday, June 6, 2023  Alpacas fleece comes in 22 colors according to the alpaca registry and even more if you are into the subtleties.  Fawns, browns and greys have the most varieties and I think we have at least one … Continued

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Getting ready
5 Jun 2023

Getting ready

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

 Monday, June 5, 2023  Fleece bags ✔️ Noodling bags ✔️ Labels for fleeces 1 and 2 ✔️ Barn swept and clean ✔️ . Fencing is started but it’s too early to restrict alpaca movement yet, and I’m working on a … Continued

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Complain about the rain or enjoy the rainbows
4 Jun 2023

Complain about the rain or enjoy the rainbows

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Sunday, June 4, 2023  Some of the outside chores have to be postponed because of the rain, but the rainbows make it OK.  Unfortunately the pasture vacuum (AKA poop sucker) only works on dry pastures so I’m definitely getting behind … Continued

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Grateful
3 Jun 2023

Grateful

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Saturday, June 3, 2023   I heard a weather guy say that we will have rain every day for the next week.  Hmmmm, I guess my shearing day fencing will have to take that into consideration. The good thing is the … Continued

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Quiet lawnmowers
2 Jun 2023

Quiet lawnmowers

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 1

Friday, June 2, 2023  When we had our house built back in 2006 we of course had a mess of construction dirt and debris all around us. When we cleaned it all up, we decided to plant it all in … Continued

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We love June
1 Jun 2023

We love June

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Thursday, June 1, 2023  Welcome June!  The prettiest month of the year according to Blue Moon staff. (yours truly and Farmer Ed)  Our apple trees have blossoms, the alpacas are almost finished growing fleeces for the year and the pastures … Continued

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Countdown
31 May 2023

Countdown

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

Wednesday, May 31, 2023  Our countdown to shearing day starts tomorrow. I’ll take a task each day to get everything ready before June 10. I’ll rearrange fencing to allow easy movement of animals, prepare bags and labels, get food ready … Continued

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The Freeloaders?
30 May 2023

The Freeloaders?

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

Tuesday, May 30, 2023  The holiday was spent finishing up barn projects and enjoying some beautiful weather.  Our house dogs are so happy when we stay home.  😊 The guardian dogs love us too but they have a job to … Continued

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Fun group
28 May 2023

Fun group

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Sunday, May 28, 2023. What happens when 8 pediatric nurses from Dallas all come to Blue Moon Ranch?  Fun!  The rain held off, Scarlett was in a mood for hugs and even Juno was on her best behavior. (no jumping) … Continued

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Gate is open!
27 May 2023

Gate is open!

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Saturday, May 27, 2023  I’m getting the yarn barn ready for our tour group today and hoping the rain holds off until evening. At the moment there’s not a cloud in the sky but in the mountains that changes quickly. … Continued

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Alpacas and rain
26 May 2023

Alpacas and rain

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Friday, May 26, 2023 I guess it’s the start of the holiday weekend and I’m wondering if these daily rains will stop long enough for people to get out and enjoy their activities. We have a big tour scheduled for … Continued

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We need haircuts  ✂
25 May 2023

We need haircuts ✂

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 4

Thursday, May 25, 2023  Our shearing date is still “tentative” for June 10, but I’m feeling more hopeful each day that it will stick. Toenails and top knots are begging for attention and I’d really rather leave it to the … Continued

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Storm clouds and yellow flowers
24 May 2023

Storm clouds and yellow flowers

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 2

Wednesday, May 24, 2023  Afternoon rain showers have been keeping things so green here!  And the dandelions are blooming everywhere. Food for the bees, food for the alpacas and they even improve the soil. Do you know how wonderful dandelions … Continued

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Ryder
23 May 2023

Ryder

by Linda | posted in: Uncategorized | 5

Tuesday, May 23, 2023  When Ryder was born in 2019, I looked at him that day and said, “wow, I think we have a keeper here.”  Of course I keep them all, lol,  but I knew this boy was special. … Continued

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