4 more days
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 We now have “beach access” open at the creek from morning til dusk. The animals have learned to self regulate their time in the water and in the shade. It looks like the heat wave will … Continued
We can do it
Monday, June 14, 2021 The heat continues and we’ve all agreed no one moves between 1 PM and 3 PM. There are two things that I am grateful for, number one our nighttime temps will get down into the 40sor … Continued
Grooming the guardians
Sunday, June 13, 2021 Every time I’m out side I try to have a dog rake and comb in my apron pocket to do more grooming on the guardian dogs. Charlotte is almost done, she’s most agreeable and loves to … Continued
Plant Medicine
Saturday, June 12, 2021 Do you think animals will self medicate if given the choice? I do. The alpacas love plantain, common mallow and mint (which all have medicinal properties) and they seem to know which ones they need to … Continued
Go with the flow
Friday, June 11, 2021 A very chilly morning (27 degrees) is a problem for tender plants but not for fully fleeced alpacas. And I hope they enjoy every bit of it because the heat is coming back next week. We … Continued
A bump in the road
Thursday, June 10, 2021 So we’ve had a little bump in the road. Instead of shearing tomorrow we will be shearing someday in the future and as of right now we don’t even know when that is. I received an … Continued
Fleeces coming soon
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 The youngest members of the herd are the 2 year old sons of Romulus; Roman, Ryder, Rocky and Remy. Their cria fleeces that we gathered last year were lovely, but this year is the year I’ll … Continued
Countdown to Shearing day
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 The alpaca girls had their last “beach party” at the creek yesterday. From now til shearing day (Friday) they need to stay dry. We’ll add a fence today so the boys will have to do the … Continued
Wait it out
Monday, June 7, 2021 I just noticed we have a chance for frost the night after shearing. Of course! lol The alpacas might be chilly but they’ll be OK. But I’ve halted my planting efforts until after next weekend. Local … Continued
Getting the barn ready
Sunday, June 6, 2021 The barn is slowly starting to look like shearing day is right around the corner. All bits of leftover hay have been removed, floor has been swept and next I’ll assemble the fencing. I need to … Continued
It’s Memorial day!
Monday, May 31, 2021 In remembrance of those who served this country and never came home, we will bow our heads today. Then if we find any free time we can go in to our little town where there will … Continued
Chill out Sunday
Sunday, May 30, 2021 We hosted some lovely guests for private tours of the ranch yesterday and today we’ll get to enjoy some R and R with our family. Weather is perfect – high of 72° and sunny. We’ll pray … Continued
The medicine bundle
Friday, May 28, 2021 I finished 2 of the spirit dolls yesterday, one is already sold and I’ll get the other ready for the store as soon as I can. I also had to start another. This guy (yes it’s … Continued