It’s time you know
Sunday, July 30, 2023 Well I think it’s time you know a big reason why my posts have been few and far between lately. I began this decision making process last February, shared the decision with our kids in April … Continued
Here we go again
Saturday, July 22, 2023. If you live anywhere other than Utah you might not call this a holiday weekend but believe me it is a big deal here. July 24 is the date that Utah celebrates the entry of Brigham … Continued
Rough week for pups
Sunday, July 9, 2023 It’s been a rough week for the pups. Fireworks started in the neighborhood on July 2 and we had another unexpected display last night. I did give calming chews and CBD oil on the 4th, but … Continued
Back for now 😁
Sunday, July 2, 2023 We’re back and happy to be home. The alpacas were happy to see me but they enjoyed their farm sitter so much they barely missed me. The gentle boy was the full time care giver here … Continued
Star trails and a rest
Sunday, June 25, 2023 Farmer Ed and I are taking next week off for some Rest and Relaxation. I usually take my lap top when I go anywhere and try to keep up with the daily blog but this time … Continued
Saturday June 24
Saturday, June 24, 2023 The rain comes out of nowhere most afternoons and I guess that’s life in the mountains. And I love it. But Farmer Ed is getting the irrigation system ready anyway. Hot and dry weather will be … Continued
Farm Fresh Yarn
Friday, June 23, 2023 I managed to wash and dry my winter handspun just in time to get it hung in the store before the afternoon rain. No rain was in the forecast but that means nothing any more. I … Continued
Barn cat life
Thursday, June 22, 2023 The barn cats are always bothered by shearing day and usually retreat to the hay barn for a while. Mice and voles are plentiful this year, they certainly have that fresh food available if they chose. … Continued
Summer Solstice!
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 Happy Summer Solstice! What will you do on this longest day of the year? I plan to start opening our fleece bags and get them ready for processing. I also have a bunch of my handspun … Continued
Cloudy days and green grass
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 It’s the last official day of spring and we’re enjoying a lovely soft rain this morning. This has been the wettest spring I can remember and I’m good with it! (As long as this wet weather … Continued
Guys in kilts
Monday, June 19, 2023 Since I’m not waiting for alpaca babies to arrive I got to go to the Utah Scottish Festival! The forecast said rain all day for Salt Lake City so we packed our umbrellas and off we … Continued
Happy Father’s Day!
Sunday, June 18, 2023 Happy Fathers Day! There is something wonderful about a strong man who can show a soft side as he cares for the little ones in his life. Today we honor all the fathers who care for, … Continued
How’s Benji?
Saturday, June 17, 2023 It’s been dipping into the 30’s at night lately and of course I fret about any of the alpacas getting too cold! But they remind me they are not little naked babies and they are really … Continued
Happy Friday!
Friday, June 16, 2023. It rained all morning yesterday and the temp was about 45°. I considered cancelling our tour, but this seems to be a new weather pattern for us so I figured we’d just have to go with … Continued