Tuesday, May 5, 2015 One week ago today I got the call that we lost the patriarch of our family. Shock, grief, overwhelming sadness, and feelings of despair as we tried to figure out care for my mom reigned. But … Continued
Saturday April 25, 2015 The storm last night knocked out our power for a while so the cam stopped working. I think it’s all restored now. Apologies to our late-night viewers! A busy Saturday will get started with our annual … Continued
Wednesday April 22, 2015 Happy Earth Day! Do you know the alpacas are one of the most earth friendly livestock animals? Well they are! Their soft padded feet are gentle on the fragile grasses, they do not tear up grasses … Continued
Friday, April 10, 2015 Every day when I’m outside, I stare at the bellies of the girls I think are pregnant. Yesterday I was rewarded with a nice visible kick from Miranda’s belly. 🙂 Do I always see movement on … Continued
Tuesday April 7, 2015 Snow today? Well, that’s what the forecasters are saying. The forecasted high in Vientiane Laos (where our visiting family members live) is 97°. I think will have to keep them all inside today. At least we … Continued
Thursday, April 2, 2015 It seems that Mother Nature’s April fools joke came a day late, it’s snowing this morning! Just yesterday I had the alpaca girls mowing the back lawn for us, now it’s all covered in white. ❄️ … Continued
Monday, March 30, 2015 It was a good weekend but you know I always love Mondays. A fresh start, new goals, and seven whole days to accomplish them. I realize it’s not the way most people look at Mondays, but … Continued
Friday, March 27, 2015 This time of year we should be sinking in mud up to our ankles, which I never really liked, but the dryness of the ground out there does worry me a bit. We are fortunate in … Continued
Thursday, March 26, 2015 The alpacas will be looking for shade today, as the temperature climbs up towards 60°. If you can imagine wearing 4 to 6 inches of alpaca fleece on your back and standing in the sun, you’ll … Continued
Monday, March 23, 2015 It’s raining! ☔️ Our pastures were looking pretty dry already, so this is good news for us. We might even see a snow flake or two today. We had a visit yesterday from some people who … Continued
Thursday, March 19, 2015 Occasionally a mother and daughter alpaca pair will be very attached throughout their lives. I’ve seen them separated for years, and later reunited, and it really is amazing how strong that bond can be. We have … Continued
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 The signs of spring are showing up all over. The grass in the pastures gets greener every time I look at it, and we’re hearing more and more sandhill cranes every day. The first official day … Continued
Tuesday, March 17, 2015 I’m back after a delightful visit with my parents in Kentucky. Ed held down the fort quite well and is more than ready to have me take over all farm chores today. 🙂 St. Patrick’s Day … Continued
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 We’re seeing little hints of green come up in the pastures, and the alpacas are wandering over in search of the new sprouts. We keep the larger pastures closed off until the growth is substantial, but … Continued