Those first five days
Sunday August 11, 2019 The first five days in a cria’s life are the most critical. Our little fighter Rocky is on day 5 today. Yesterday he was a bit flat, seemed confused and very tired. I offered him a … Continued
Getting back to normal?
Saturday August 10, 2019 I saw one more baby kicking inside Ava and I asked for a few more days before he/she arrives. I’m hoping somebody listened. I’m still trying to get caught up from all the things that get … Continued
Baby races
Friday August 9, 2019 I had a bit of a heart attack this morning when I looked out and couldn’t see Rocky or his mom Marcella. My concern was that is was 46 degrees and one of them was in … Continued
So far, so good.
Thursday August 8, 2019 How nice to have a recovery day with no crisis. 😁 Madeline’s baby has a name – he will be called Roman. And he was racing with Ryder last night! Rocky is close to being ready … Continued
When things don’t go as planned….
Wednesday August 7 2019 Just in case you think it’s always perfect here with beautiful babies popping out easily, let me assure you yesterday did not go as planned. Actually it started out fine, Madeline had a normal easy birth … Continued
Still waiting
Tuesday August 6, 2019 Another ranch tour yesterday without a birth! They were sure hoping for one though. lol I’m not scheduling any tours for a few days so I can get caught up with pasture clean up and inventory … Continued
Monday Monday 🎵
Monday August 5, 2019 The first thing I saw this morning as I looked outside was a beige flash racing around by himself. Ryder needs a playmate! Soon little buddy. We do have another private tour scheduled today – after … Continued
He has a name!
Sunday August 4, 2019 I was so sure we’d have a birth during or between our tours yesterday, but the other moms are still hanging on. However our visitors were all happy to meet our new baby who we have … Continued
We have a baby!
Saturday August 2, 2019 We have our first baby! Not from Madeline who i am still watching closely but from Allegra, Ramona’s mom. Dad is Romulus of course. He arrived a little before 11 am and was running a few … Continued
A fishing day!
Friday August 2, 2019 Yesterday was a “Yaya day” so I decided to take my grandson fishing. (thank you Beth for coming to check in on the preggers on your birthday) There’s a quaint little trout farm just a few … Continued
Birthing tours and new yarn
Thursday August 1, 2019 Each day as we host more tours, I wonder how I’d handle it if one of the moms starts into labor. Our tour group yesterday spent almost the whole time inside the barn with the girls … Continued
Where does Bogart go?
Wednesday July 31, 2019 Bogart, our orange tabby cat has been taking off for days at a time and worrying me. I suppose he could be showing up when I’m asleep but anyway I was very happy to have him … Continued
Tweener update
Tuesday July 30, 2019 The 3 tweener boys are doing well with their adjustment to life away from the girls. They haven’t even put a dent in the grass available for them in the walking paths and the night time … Continued
Magical yarn is coming!
Monday July 29, 2019 Three baby fleeces are on their way to the best fiber mill in Utah this morning. Yes, that would be Spinderella’s. I spent about 2 hours on each fleece picking out hay and bits of vegetation … Continued