Halter training
Sunday, February 13, 2022 Icy paths kept us in the barn but we did get two of the babies started on a halter yesterday. Benji was having a nap with his mom and we didn’t want to disturb him and … Continued
Time for a snow dance?
Saturday, February 12, 2022 When your grandson asks if he can spend the weekend at the ranch there is only one answer, Yes of course! So I picked him up after school yesterday and now I have a pretty good … Continued
A new spirit doll begins
Friday, February 11, 2022 I’ve been spending quiet time this week in my studio creating my first spirit doll of 2022. I used to begin with the medicine bundle which holds the intention for the doll and the new keeper, … Continued
What to do about Benjamin?
Thursday, February 10, 2022 Our 2021 birthing season was a good one. First born was little Benjamin, son of Ava and Stetson. In all honesty I always prefer females, but when I see a cute healthy baby boy of course … Continued
Juno is 6 months old!
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Happy six month birthday to Juno! Yes it actually is a big deal here. The main reason is because she will now do just fine on two meals a day. I remember when Blue and Banjo … Continued
Sun therapy
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 The sun seems brighter lately and animals and humans alike are craving it’s warmth. Sun exposure is the most important natural source of vitamin D so I make sure that animals are comfortable hanging outside more … Continued
Different dogs
Monday, February 7, 2022 Blue and Juno are a bonded pair but they have such different personalities. Blue needs his people time about as much as he needs food. Juno loves it when we go out to visit her but … Continued
On being tied down
Sunday, February 6, 2022 Quite regularly, someone seems to say to me “Doesn’t the farm and all those animals are you down?” Yes, yes they do. They tie me to starting the day when the sun rises and ending it … Continued
More new hats!
Saturday, February 5, 2022 Being outside in winter is the best way to enjoy it. When it looks too blustery to head out I’m always surprised that it’s really not that bad once I’m out there. The secret is … Continued
Winter lights
Friday, February 4, 2022 We have a lovely pine tree in the front yard that I put white lights on for the holidays. But I also leave them on for the month of February. Why? Because it still quite dark … Continued
Who goes there?
Thursday, February 3, 2022 Temps of 5 below zero didn’t stop our dogs from patrolling last night. As it should be. Juno’s coat is getting thicker by the day and she shows no signs of being cold at all. Makes … Continued
Groundhog Day!
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Today is Imbolc, a Gaelic festival recognizing the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. But here in north America we’ve made it Groundhog day. However that happened, it’s most likely because we need … Continued
A good place to be stuck
Monday, January 31, 2022 I’ve been feeding the alpacas outside on the snow because they seem as tired of being in their barns as we all are staying in our homes this time of year. And with no snow … Continued