Roxy Rose
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 One of the things I like most about alpacas is how unique they are from each other. Even the solid colored ones have some uniqueness in their faces. Well at least I can see it. … Continued
Dog tales 🐾
Sunday, February 5, 2023 For a really fun day at the ranch try chasing dogs through 3 feet of deep snow with a hard crusty layer of ice on top. Oh yeah. We have been surprised that Blue and Juno … Continued
He’s back!
Saturday, February 4, 2023 The gentle boy made a return visit for the first time this year. Snow storms and sickness have kept him on the other side of the mountain for too long. But he’s here and we’re all … Continued
Guardian dogs in Winter
Friday, February 3, 2023 Yesterday was a gorgeous winter day at the ranch. Blue skies, abundant white snow and no wind at all. Some of the alpacas came out to eat the hay we put out in the sunshine for … Continued
Groundhog day 🌞
Thursday, February 2, 2023 Well, according to Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog, we will not be having an early spring. If you listen to the folklore, when he sees his shadow there will be six more weeks of winter. When … Continued
A very cold night
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 OK let’s hope that was the last cold night for a while. It’s 15° below zero here as I type. Brrrr. Of course we’re fine in the house, but at least half of my heart resides … Continued
Spinning Sunday
Monday, January 30, 2023 It seemed like a good day to get caught up on my spinning yesterday. Farmer Ed had built a nice fire and my wheel was ready and waiting. Spinning for me is like meditation, my mind … Continued
Beauty all around
Sunday, January 29, 2023 When we feel stuck in the depths of winter it’s a good time to look for the beauty in it. Only 50 days til spring! We can do this. Happy Sunday! (brief post today friends) … Continued
Feed the birds!
Saturday, January 28, 2023 Feeding the birds in winter is one way to enjoy a bit of nature even if you don’t get out to ski or snowshoe or feed alpacas. We’ve been feeding birds here for so many years, … Continued
A new creation
Friday, January 27, 2023 Happy Friday from our snow globe! I’ve decided to immerse myself into my spirit dolls once again. I’m hoping it will even help with the continued healing of my hand. When I used to practice massage … Continued
A secret for good health
Thursday, January 26, 2023 Well my post today has little to do with alpacas, but a lot to do with good health. Medical bills, vet bills and health challenges are things I try to avoid. If you’ve ever been in … Continued
Living in a Snow Globe
Wednesday, January 25, 2023 It seems Woodland has it’s own snow globe and we live in the middle of it. You can drive to Kamas (10 minutes away) and it’s not snowing, but it is here! No snow in the … Continued