Tuesday April 16, 2019 It rained all day yesterday – non stop. But our local frogs are happily singing now and have emerged from their winter hibernation to a lovely wet world. They are amazing little creatures that live quietly … Continued
Monday April 15, 2019 Happy rainy Monday! Spring break is over and I just dropped our grandson off at his school. Lots of catching up to do here and I’ll start today. We teach him lots about animal care and … Continued
Sunday April 14, 2019 We were all ready to feed the alpacas and we realized we left our cutter (AKA cutter thingy) in the house. Clever grandson to the rescue……
Saturday April 13, 2019 We got a little more snow overnight, but at least the alpacas are able to walk in all pastures searching for any blade of grass that might appear. They need to get their bodies moving after … Continued
Friday April 12, 2019 The animals all love our grandson, but one alpaca in particular RAN in from outside when he herd his voice in the barn. Harry Potter is truly fascinated by this curly haired kid. Harry Potter is … Continued
Thursday April 11, 2019 Spring break at Yaya’s? It snowed ALL DAY LONG. But when you’re 8 years old it’s no big deal. Maybe it’s a little fun even. 🙂 If you recall, my grandson was here the day … Continued
Wednesday April 10, 2019 A bit of a late post this morning – I was driving through “Star Wars snow” this morning at 6 am to pickup our grandson who will be staying here with us until next week. I’m … Continued
Tuesday April 9, 2019 Our ski resorts have all closed just in time for a new snow storm to arrive. I know, it doesn’t make sense to me either. I guess lift operators and ski instructors are ready for a … Continued
Monday April 8, 2019 I hope to be able to confirm our shearing day this week. Then we’ll be able to be firm on our spring Open Barn Day and get the wheels rolling for that. What we’re hoping for … Continued
Sunday April 7, 2019 The rain came in spurts yesterday and made things rather soggy around here. But we are seeing bits of green grass appear all around. I added some new items to the store and still have more … Continued
Saturday April 6, 2019 It’s raining here this morning and all the alpacas are in the barns. They have been exploring new areas as soon as the snow melts and it’s been good to see them getting exercise. So … Continued
Friday April 5 2019 Because the temps have been agreeable this week, I’ve spent a bit of time outside staring at alpaca bellies looking for cria movement to confirm pregnancies. This is about as scientific as mud, but I enjoy … Continued
Thursday April 4, 2019 There’s been something/someone hiding in the hills. The dogs know it, the alpacas know it and I know it. They might even see it, but I can’t. It could be a feral cat, it could … Continued
Wednesday April 3, 2019 They make noise as soon as the sun comes up and carry on all day! They alarm the alpacas and even the guardian dogs bark at them. But we love them and eagerly anticipate their arrival … Continued