A little good news
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Well, I did find some hay and we’re going to pickup 50 bales this morning. The only catch is we have to load it ourselves. ugh. But we’re going early this morning so it won’t be … Continued
Worrisome news
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 I got an unexpected email this weekend from my hay grower. About a month ago he told me he would be fertilizing his fields and expected to have plenty of hay. He wanted to make sure … Continued
Alpaca end product
Monday, July 12, 2021 One question I am asked often is “What do you do with all the poop?” Well, #1 we use to to fertilize the pastures and help any soil that needs it, but we also grow Pootunias! … Continued
Park City perked me up
Sunday, July 11, 2021 When we’re waiting for babies to arrive I’m pretty much glued to home. But a quick trip to Park City for a bite to eat is good for a change of pace and helps me remember … Continued
We made the move
Saturday, July 10, 2021 It was time, way past time actually, and I finally put the tweeners in with the bachelors. The fighting between Roman and Ryder was escalating and they had to learn that they were not their own … Continued
A magical feeling
Friday, July 9, 2021 I sit in the barn most days when the girls are out there and I just watch and listen. Eventually I become invisible to them and they carry on as though I wasn’t even there. But … Continued
Fleeces on the move
Thursday, July 8, 2021 The first 3 fleeces are on their way to our processor in Salt Lake City and I’ll be continually sending 3 more to them each time 3 are ready for pick up. It’s a good system … Continued
Silly Puppy
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 Blue is one of the sweetest dogs you’ll ever meet, unless you are a 4 legged critter trying to get on the property. But he does have his quirks. He collects firewood. Seriously. Last fall I … Continued
Steamy summer days
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 As we brace for another week of record breaking heat I must remember to be grateful for the cool mountain air that we enjoy every night. 55° at 7:00 am makes it possible for us to … Continued
Getting closer
Monday, July 5, 2021 Update on two of the pregnant mamas: Ava is very cranky and eating everything in sight. Ciara is puffy and soft under her tail and she is definitely uncomfortable. I think I’d pick Ava to go … Continued
Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸
Sunday, July 4, 2021 Happy 4th of July! Or was that yesterday? Or is it tomorrow? LOL I guess it’s the whole 4 day weekend since no one is sure when to celebrate the 4th. 🇺🇸 So far, our neighbors … Continued
Baby Kicks – yes she IS pregnant!
Saturday, July 3, 2021 As I continue watching for baby kicks I saw a definite Yes in terms of confirming a pregnancy and this time I made a small video to share. Who’s the mom?, our dear Aspen, who I … Continued
Staring at bellies
Friday, July 2, 2021 I spend a lot of time lately staring at alpaca bellies. Not to worry, it’s one of my favorite pastimes. I’ve seen Ava’s baby and Ciara’s baby both moving. Still looking at Alegra and Smiley. Smiley … Continued
