On being tied down
Sunday, February 6, 2022 Quite regularly, someone seems to say to me “Doesn’t the farm and all those animals are you down?” Yes, yes they do. They tie me to starting the day when the sun rises and ending it … Continued
More new hats!
Saturday, February 5, 2022 Being outside in winter is the best way to enjoy it. When it looks too blustery to head out I’m always surprised that it’s really not that bad once I’m out there. The secret is … Continued
Winter lights
Friday, February 4, 2022 We have a lovely pine tree in the front yard that I put white lights on for the holidays. But I also leave them on for the month of February. Why? Because it still quite dark … Continued
Who goes there?
Thursday, February 3, 2022 Temps of 5 below zero didn’t stop our dogs from patrolling last night. As it should be. Juno’s coat is getting thicker by the day and she shows no signs of being cold at all. Makes … Continued
Groundhog Day!
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Today is Imbolc, a Gaelic festival recognizing the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. But here in north America we’ve made it Groundhog day. However that happened, it’s most likely because we need … Continued
A good place to be stuck
Monday, January 31, 2022 I’ve been feeding the alpacas outside on the snow because they seem as tired of being in their barns as we all are staying in our homes this time of year. And with no snow … Continued
Grateful for the guardians
Sunday, January 30, 2022 Another crisp and cold winter day here, nothing like what is happening on the east Coast! To our friends in the East – stay warm and be safe. Animals must be fed and watered in all … Continued
Blue’s mistake
Saturday, January 29, 2022 Blue got himself in a bit of trouble yesterday after he found and devoured a weeks worth of puppy kibble. Juno is eating mostly raw now but still gets a bit of her puppy food each … Continued
A smiley face for your Thursday
Thursday, January 27, 2022 Home school on the farm is over for this week and the kiddo is back home with his parents. Juno is doing so well, she even slept right next to the alpacas last night and I … Continued
Hidden gems
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Rose quartz is known as a healing crystal and the stone of unconditional love. So it’s not surprising that this gem is hiding all over Blue Moon Ranch. We have a huge rose quartz sitting right … Continued
Life lessons
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Animal tracking, animal training and animal photography were the lessons for the day yesterday. We found tracks from wild turkeys, large cats, dogs, deer and maybe Sasquatch or a bear! 😉 The last 2 we can’t … Continued
Winter beauty
Sunday, January 23, 2022 It’s a very chilly 5 degrees as I type but the sun is bright and we’re headed for a beautiful winter day. Our home isn’t solar powered per se, but when the bright sun is out … Continued