Be still my heart
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 After the animals left last fall, I had many dreams about them, but mostly about the dogs. Sometimes in my dreams, the dogs would find their way back here from Minnesota and I was always glad … Continued
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
April at BMR
Friday, April 5, 2024 Hard to believe, but we sat out on the front porch for happy hour this week! It was so lovely, listening to the Sandhill cranes, Redwing blackbirds, and even our frogs have started singing in the … Continued
A welcome change
Sunday, April 23, 2023 As the snow is receding in some places, the dog’s vole hunts are escalating. The voles have done huge damage to the ground this year because they were hidden from predators under feet of snow … Continued
It’s white again ❄️
Thursday, May 12, 2022 it’s not every day you look out your window and see snow and a hummingbird that was my first view this morning. The hummers are drinking their sugar water so I hope they’ll be OK. Since … Continued
Good Monday to you!
Monday, May 9, 2022 We removed all the tarps from the boys barn this weekend just in time for another winter storm and the temp this morning is 21°. Ha (they’re fine and loving it) The few inches of snow … Continued
Wednesday Ramblings
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Of course I am outraged at the “draft” of what the Supreme Court is doing, but I find the weather to be a more appealing topic for my blood pressure. As I’ve said before you … Continued
Spring Snow ❄️
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Spring snow storms are not at all unusual but I will admit I didn’t see this one coming. I was washing fleeces yesterday and left them outside to dry. At the last minute I decided to … Continued
Spring beauty
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 Clouds came in last night and brought more moisture to our dry ground. This morning everything is white again and the alpacas are out in the snow searching for tall blades of grass. I had to … Continued
Stay warm – eat more!
Thursday, April 14, 2022 It actually snowed most of the day yesterday. And what do we say abut snow in April?….”We need the moisture” Although it is very true I sometimes get tired of hearing it. lol I have outdoor … Continued
Back to winter feeding
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Winter has returned once again. Everything is white and the alpacas are back to eating hay in the barn because there is no grass available. It’s pretty chilly at only 14° but all animals seem content … Continued
Farm magic ✨
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Earlier this week the boys were wading in the creek because it was too warm so I guess our 15° morning is making them happy. ha The snow yesterday didn’t faze the alpacas who were outside … Continued
A snowy doll making day
Sunday, May 23, 2021 We got snow overnight! And more is expected this morning with rain this afternoon. I’m so glad our tour day was yesterday, the weather was fine except for a bit of wind. The alpacas and dogs … Continued