Shearing day!
Saturday, June 11, 2022 The big day is finally here and we’re ready! As my sister pointed out to me, the reason the day goes as smoothly as it does is that we put in a lot of effort into … Continued
Shearing Video!
Friday June 10, 2022 Almost ready! Barn was clean, and all beans were removed from the areas around the barn. Labels are ready for bags and brownies have been baked. The girls got a bonus beach day at the creek … Continued
Keepin’ it cool
Thursday, June 9, 2022 I don’t feel quite as out of control as I usually do the week before shearing. And I figured out why. Farmer Ed is is here helping! Oh he’s been here as along as I have … Continued
Does your dog eat dandelions?
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 I’ve mentioned before how good dandelions are for alpacas but they must also be good for dogs! Or at least Banjo thinks so. I watched him pop the yellow tops off quite a few yesterday and … Continued
Countdown continues
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 Countdown to shearing 4 days. This year, we are sandwiched between two other farms so I need to make sure the shearers have food they can just grab and go. These crews do thousands of alpacas … Continued
Shearing preparations and busy weavers
Monday, June 6, 2022 Countdown to shearing, 5 days. Some check marks are done, more yet to do. We like to get the fencing set up a few days early so that the alpacas have time to get used to … Continued
Where is the Manatee?
Sunday, June 5, 2022 You can always count on dogs for entertainment. The saga of the manatee continues. If you missed part 1, you can find it here. I’ll let you read about part 2 in the photos below. It’s a … Continued
Solace in Nature
Friday, June 3, 2022 The green of Woodland gives me hope. As I watch each new leaf of the trees unfurl and the grasses get taller I feel more connected to the earth and that has always been my comfort. … Continued
Planting season and a new idea 💡
Thursday, June 2, 2022 For the first time in a long time I don’t see below freeing temps at night. So I’m wondering if it’s safe to plant the potted plants I’ve been dragging into the garage every night. For … Continued
Beautiful June
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Happy June! A busy and beautiful month at the ranch. The recent rains will add to the vibrant green landscape and make me forever grateful that we live in Woodland. Shearing day preparations are beginning and … Continued
Fresh snow and more mud 🐾
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 Well, that 4 day weekend definitely brought moisture. The mountains have fresh new snow and we got a good soaking with rain and even snow here too. No worries about overheating alpacas with temps below freezing … Continued
We remember
Monday, May 30, 2022 Today is Memorial Day. This weekend is the unofficial beginning of the summer season. But as you know, the real reason for Memorial Day, is to honor those in the military who have sacrificed their lives … Continued
Rainy day snuggles
Sunday, May 29, 2022 The rains continue and all is well. We’ll probably see snow today too and the alpacas are pretty happy about these cool temps. We’ve been pretty lucky so far with a pretty cool spring and we … Continued