Thursday Oct 30
Thursday, October 30, 2014 I guess it’s the warm before the storm now. Balmy today and tomorrow and they’re saying we’ll see snow by the weekend. At least the trick or treaters will be warm and dry tomorrow. Pastures need … Continued
Shop Small
Wednesday, October 29, 2014 One month from today is “Shop Small Saturday” . Well, Yaya’s Yarn Barn certainly qualifies for that! We just received our order of alpaca socks yesterday and I’ll have many batches of our hand crafted soap … Continued
A Yaya kind of day
Tuesday, October 28, 2014 If it’s Tuesday, then that means I turn into a doting grandma (Yaya) for the day and put most chores on hold for another day. 🙂 As far as 4 year olds go, he’s a good … Continued
Who’s guarding who?
Monday, October 27, 2014 It’s a pretty chilly 21 degrees here this morning and it looks like every single alpaca chose to sleep under the stars last night. I need to remind myself that they thrive in cold weather and … Continued
Sunday Oct 26
Sunday, October 26, 2014 Such a fun group came to our class yesterday. Thanks to all of you who came out to learn more and share stories about alpacas. Rain is in the forecast for today and then getting colder. … Continued
Saturday class
Saturday, October 25, 2014 Today we’re hosting a class for people who are curious about buying alpacas. We have a nice group coming and it’s always interesting to hear all the questions. Then we have some farm chores that need … Continued
Glad I was a tree hugger ;)
Friday, October 24, 2014 It’s pasture clean up day today. I’ll hold a good thought that the tractor will hold up to my ambitions. 🙂 It looks like we have a day or 2 left of Indian summer before another … Continued
Good wishes for Bodhi
Wednesday, October 22, 2014 I’m asking for good thoughts and prayers sent this way today for our granddog Bodhi who is having surgery to have his lymphoma tumor removed today. We have a very good vet and I’m hoping for … Continued
a rainy Tuesday
Tuesday, October 21, 2014 They’re predicting rain and maybe even snow for today, so I imagine there will be alpacas in the cam view often. We had visitors scheduled but many things change with the weather here. The one visitor … Continued
What’s your favorite soap?
Monday, October 20, 2014 This week is soaping week at the ranch. Do you have a favorite scent of our soap that you want to give as holiday gift? Or maybe you just enjoy these moisturizing soaps for yourself? Let … Continued
Family day at the ranch
Sunday, October 19, 2014 Our spinning class was so much fun! I even learned to ply on my spindle. The weather was delightful so we sat outside for the class. Many thanks to Robin for coming to teach this ancient … Continued
Spinning Saturday
Saturday, October 18, 2014 Today we’re hosting a learn to spin day! Making your own yarn is easy and fun, and we have an awesome teacher coming too. We actually have room for 2 more people, so if you … Continued
Chief to the rescue!
Friday, October 17, 2014 We have some new neighbors in the form of cattle. The alpacas were mostly curious but some were concerned enough hat they just stayed clear. The group below was doing their alarm call indicating to anyone … Continued