Spring in Woodland
Sunday May 5, 2024 When we first considered moving to Woodland, I had a few friends who said “You’ll hate it there! You have to wait 2 extra weeks for spring!” That comparison was in reference to Salt Lake City … Continued
They’re back
Monday, May 8, 2023 The orioles are back! I’ve had my cut oranges and grape jelly out for a few days now and yesterday I was thrilled to see their brilliant orange feathers. They probably wintered in Mexico which was … Continued
Expect good things
Thursday, May 5, 2022 I’m hearing the calls of the orioles more each day and honestly these orange birds simply delight me. Hummingbirds will be here any day now as well but it’s the Bullocks Orioles that are my favorite. … Continued
Beautiful birds and a tiny announcement
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 A snow day in May is kind of a treat I think. It didn’t stick on the ground, just made the dogs and alpacas run around more and all the bugs went back to sleep. The … Continued
Woodland birds
Monday May 4, 2020 The colorful birds have returned to Woodland to cheer us up. Just in time! We’ve seen the hummingbirds, the tree swallows, evening grosbeaks, orioles, house finches, redwing blackbirds and more. And my favorite blue heron that … Continued
Our lovely orange birds
Thursday May 23, 2019 Maybe it’s the cold spring weather, but the birds have sure been active around here lately. I love seeing so many orioles and grosbeaks. Their bright orange feathers can brighten up the grayest of days. I … Continued
grateful for a smidge of sunshine
Saturday, May 23, 2015 At the moment the sun is shining brightly in Woodland and it’s just glorious! The alpacas are wandering and enjoying a breakfast of fresh grasses. The air smells clean and fresh from all the rain and … Continued
A bright orange visitor
Tuesday May 13, 2014 It’s still very cold in the early morning here but should be warming up with lots of sun expected today. I opened up new grazing areas for the girls yesterday and they were happily munching out … Continued