Solace in Nature
Friday, June 3, 2022 The green of Woodland gives me hope. As I watch each new leaf of the trees unfurl and the grasses get taller I feel more connected to the earth and that has always been my comfort. … Continued
Planting season and a new idea 💡
Thursday, June 2, 2022 For the first time in a long time I don’t see below freeing temps at night. So I’m wondering if it’s safe to plant the potted plants I’ve been dragging into the garage every night. For … Continued
Beautiful June
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Happy June! A busy and beautiful month at the ranch. The recent rains will add to the vibrant green landscape and make me forever grateful that we live in Woodland. Shearing day preparations are beginning and … Continued
Fresh snow and more mud 🐾
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 Well, that 4 day weekend definitely brought moisture. The mountains have fresh new snow and we got a good soaking with rain and even snow here too. No worries about overheating alpacas with temps below freezing … Continued
We remember
Monday, May 30, 2022 Today is Memorial Day. This weekend is the unofficial beginning of the summer season. But as you know, the real reason for Memorial Day, is to honor those in the military who have sacrificed their lives … Continued
Rainy day snuggles
Sunday, May 29, 2022 The rains continue and all is well. We’ll probably see snow today too and the alpacas are pretty happy about these cool temps. We’ve been pretty lucky so far with a pretty cool spring and we … Continued
Bring on the rain
Saturday, May 28, 2022 Clouds are rolling in and we’re getting ready for a wet weekend. With apologies to all who have outdoor plans, we are so grateful for this rain! The new seeds we spread in the pasture, the … Continued
I pray for change
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 How can I post a daily blog and not mention the bloodshed in Texas? I can’t. Because i am not yet numb to the madness. It all weighs so heavy on my heart and I want … Continued
They did it!
Tuesday, May 24, 2022 I decided to get some halter work done with the “babies” last weekend since the weather was agreeable and I had my best trainer spending the weekend! The girls, Ruthie and Raina did OK inside the … Continued
Go shoot Birds
Monday, May 23, 2022 What happens when you give a 12 year old a good camera with telephoto lens and tell him to go shoot birds? Lots of fun and some great bird shots! (We would never shoot birds with … Continued
Don’t worry, be happy
Sunday, May 22, 2022 My photos and my computer were not speaking to each other this morning but a few reboots and lots of patience and we’re all OK again. No big news for the day, the alpacas are grazing … Continued
Live in help ❤️
Saturday, May 21, 2022 Farmer Ed and I got our boosters on Thursday and we were feeling a little extra tired and achy on Friday. But guess who wanted to come “take care of us”? Yes, our grandson AKA the … Continued