Monday, April 26, 2021 It’s a rainy snowy Monday and a perfect day to continue with my doll making lessons. So that’s where I’ll spend some good hours today. As I type, the alpacas are wandering in the light rain … Continued
Sunday, April 25, 2021 I read two stories last week about devastating dog attacks on alpaca herds. Did you know dogs kill more alpacas than all other predators in North America? It’s true. Stray dogs, even happy neighborhood dogs can … Continued
Saturday, April 24, 2021 I plan to take advantage of our almost 60 degree weather day to clear more of the winter bedding out of the girls barn today. It’s mostly leftover hay and they find it comfy to sleep … Continued
Friday, April 23, 2021 We picked up one more load of hay yesterday and have our fingers crossed that it might last until we get our supply for 2021. Loading and unloading hay is not for wussies and if you’ve … Continued
Thursday, April 22, 2021 Happy Earth Day! Today is a day we promote environmental awareness and call for the protection of our planet. Did you know alpacas are one of the earth friendliest animals on this planet? Their soft padded … Continued
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 We found more hay! It’s still not enough to get us through till hay is cut for this year, but it’s a step in the right direction. Nice small bales of grass and yes even I … Continued
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 I’ve been spending a few hours each day working on new dolls as I continue in my spirit doll making course. I love so many things about this work. But there is always one special moment … Continued
Monday, April 19, 2021 Sometimes you just need a day off, ya know? Well I can’t seem to arrange that, so a few hours away was the next best thing. Ed thought I was getting a bit “grumpy” so he … Continued
Sunday, April 18, 2021 Today I’ll share with you the story of how our alpaca Millie got her name. The year was 2011 and I heard about a group of ladies who I believe were most interested in web cams, … Continued
Saturday, April 17, 2021 Someone recently asked me if they could come play with the alpacas. Although I’ve lived with alpacas and cared for them for more than 20 years I can’t say I’ve ever played with them. Because their … Continued
Friday, April 16, 2021 A few days ago I posted about simple magic found in nature. I forgot to mention one of my favorite things of all. Pile up some alpaca poop and a bit of old stemmy hay and … Continued
Thursday, April 15, 2021 Well that was quite a snow storm. The roads got a bit tangled up with the snow yesterday afternoon as we went to retrieve our grandson from school so his trip home last night was cancelled. … Continued
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 I suppose everyone has their own ideas about magic – for me it’s just appreciating the amazing and powerful forces of nature. As I walk in the pastures that are just coming to life and I … Continued
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 I’m so excited to be starting a new advanced dollmaking class today. My teacher lives in Tasmania so the timing for live sessions might be off, but I’ll enjoy the recorded sessions as I can. Thanks … Continued