Friday June 29, 2018 Our grandson spent the day here yesterday and was so hoping to see a birth. No luck. We did see the babies kicking and squirming inside their mamas but certain things, like alpaca births cannot be forced. … Continued
Thursday June 28, 2018 I think Woodland in June is one of the prettiest places on earth. I thought that when we first moved here and I still think so today. And at this time of year when I’m feeling overwhelmed … Continued
Wednesday June 27, 2018 The east side of the girls’ barn is a lovely spot, shaded in the afternoon with an idyllic view of the creek and the old barn next to us. So it’s a perfect place to have part … Continued
Tuesday June 26, 2018 The strangest thing happened with the power in the house yesterday. I was making soap, using my stick blender to mix the oils, and all of a sudden the washer and dryer went on, the computers turned … Continued
Monday June 26, 2018 All 3 babies are doing great and play together often. Ciara, the new mom, is still a little nervous about this and it’s sweet to watch her. Eventually she’ll relax but she for now cannot let her … Continued
Sunday June 24, 2018 Birthing season is stressful for me and I suppose it’s because I’ve seen things go wrong every once in a while. But when I look out my window and see these 3 healthy babies running together, … Continued
Saturday June 23, 2018 Geneva’s birth was a perfect textbook case, except for one thing. The placenta did not come out in one piece. (If talk of these things makes you squeamish, stop reading now and come back tomorrow for a … Continued
Friday June 22, 2018 We had a solstice baby! Ciara, a first time mom did a great job. It’s always an adrenaline rush for me because I have seen so many crazy things with first timers but this time was … Continued
Thursday June 21. 2018 Happy Summer Solstice! What will you be doing on the longest day of the year? I’m doing pasture clean up today and maybe helping another baby or two greet the sun on this first official day … Continued
Wednesday June 20, 2018 We have another baby! Zariah picked a perfect day to deliver her daughter. It was sunny enough to dry her, but not hot enough to ever have to move her into the shade. 21.6 pounds and … Continued
Tuesday June 19, 2018 No babies yesterday, and the waiting continues. Jett has convinced some of the younger girls to race with him at night so he’s just fine. The 4 moms we’re waiting on are huge and getting uncomfortable but … Continued
Monday June 18, 2018 Jett continues to do well and is patiently waiting for those playmates I told him about. This part of the birthing season is hard on all of us little guy! At least I have mountains of stuff … Continued
Sunday June 17, 2018 Today we honor all the fathers who care for the little ones in their lives. To the step dads and grand dads and all around hardworking dads, thank you. I miss my dear dad every day … Continued
Saturday June 16, 2018 No new babies yesterday and Jett (he now has a name) is looking all over for a playmate. With a fleece sale happening this morning and a private tour group this afternoon, I don’t know if … Continued