A snowy day at the ranch
Saturday, February 6, 2021 It actually snowed all day here yesterday. The alpacas were out in it and all the dogs loved it. Even our old lady Ginger (14 year old labradoodle) sat outside for a while and barked at … Continued
Bring on the white stuff!
Friday, February 5, 2021 We got more snow over night and more expected today. Yay! I heard yesterday that it will have to snow every day from now til April to get us out of the severe drought we’re in. … Continued
Be yourself
Thursday, February 4, 2021 One of the biggest mistakes I see people make in their alpaca business is to copy what everyone else is doing. If you’re going to get ahead, you have to do what no one else is … Continued
Follow the Path
Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Unlike the humans who live here, alpacas will almost always follow the path, follow the group, and rarely think on their own. It’s not safe for them to be any other way. It’s the difference between … Continued
Silly Puppy
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Oh Blue, you really are a wonder puppy. You climbed a 5 foot fence to go an another walkabout in the morning but then came home on your own when you realized it was lunchtime. And … Continued
A Spouse in the House?
Monday, February 1, 2021 Today is Chapter one of “A spouse in the House” or Ed’s really retired. So far we’re doing OK, but it’s only been an hour. lol All kidding aside, it will be an adjustment for both … Continued
Howling at the Moon
Sunday, January 31, 2021 The full moon we enjoyed last Thursday is called the Wolf Moon. Know why? Because it’s a reference to wolves that used to howl at night around this time of year. Well, we might or might … Continued
We got more snow! 😁
Saturday, January 30, 2021 The wind stopped and instead we have about 6 inches of new snow! yay! The alpacas are watching from the barn and they haven’t come out yet but I bet they will in a few hours. … Continued
Winter Wind! 🌬
Friday, January 29, 2021 I don’t mind the cold and I do like the snow, but this wind is making things challenging! My prayer flags have flapped so much in the past 3 days they are almost in shreds. If … Continued
Guardian dogs
Thursday, January 28, 2021 There was a time not so long ago that I thought ALL dogs should be inside with their people, especially in winter. Then, I met livestock guardian dogs and they quickly showed me a different way … Continued
What do they eat?
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 Way back before the pandemic when we used to do tours we were often asked “What do they eat?” Grass and hay is actually all they need. With one exception. They need minerals. I offer them … Continued
A peaceful world
Tuesday, January 26, 2021 Banjo is home from the vet and doing just fine. Our youngest son is on his way back to Boulder, staying here an extra day to avoid driving in a winter storm. The world feels peaceful … Continued
Quiet Monday
Monday, January 25, 2021 Banjo was dropped off at the vet quite early so he will be ready for his neuter appointment this morning. Belle is not at all happy having her little buddy gone but he’ll be back … Continued
What’s one more dog?
Sunday, January 24, 2021 Life with six dogs is normal around here, so life with seven of them is not that different. If you want to remember how Cassie (the tall white dog) ended up as part of our extended … Continued