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Comment on Staggering into Spring by Dick

Dick — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:29:00 +0000

Besides me, only Conchita knows….

Comment on Staggering into Spring by M. J.

M. J. — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:32:18 +0000

And are you having a Leinnies Dark while Conchita drinks her special extra lamb’s milk? or something stronger?

Comment on Staggering into Spring by Dick

Dick — Thu, 30 May 2013 16:55:40 +0000

I had a visit with your flock this morning. One of the girls needed a hoof trim. By now they too should have enjoyed some fresh pasture!

Comment on Staggering into Spring by Dick

Dick — Thu, 30 May 2013 16:53:49 +0000

The “problem” fawns have with people is that they remain so still that you can walk right up to them (like I did here). Mom tries to divert your attention by fleeing dramatically. Lots of people will touch such a fawn and leave their smell on them. At that point mom will no longer recognize the baby.

Comment on Staggering into Spring by Sandy DeMaster

Sandy DeMaster — Thu, 30 May 2013 09:02:02 +0000

Hopefully, spring is here to stay! Glad to hear the sheep are on pasture and that you had plenty of 2nd cutting hay to pull the sheep thru the long winter! Loved the picture of the baby fawn! Looking forward to seeing you guys soon!

Sandy and Larry

Comment on Staggering into Spring by Tombstone Tidings

Tombstone Tidings — Wed, 29 May 2013 18:49:37 +0000

That little fawn is so adorable, it’s amazing that it’s mama would let you get that close.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles – Extra 7th Edition by Julie Drigot

Julie Drigot — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 20:24:45 +0000

Always enjoy your lambing chronicles. Thanks for taking so many great pics. The lambs are very pretty.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles – Extra 7th Edition by Robyn

Robyn — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 02:25:01 +0000

What a saga!!! I’m happy to hear that everything is finally wrapped up and most went well and is going well. But what a pain in the butt this weather is that you’re getting!! Now get some sleep! R.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles – Extra 7th Edition by Sandy

Sandy — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:40:28 +0000

Congratulations! So glad you are done for the year! You’ve got some beautiful lambs!

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 6th Edition by M. J.

M. J. — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:47:00 +0000

So, cute lambs enjoying the sun, but . . . who’s the mom? Can’t figure it out from my list, but I have six suspects, given that these are girls.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 5th Edition by M. J.

M. J. — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:30:47 +0000

And so it goes – glad you were able to intervene with Columbus (wasn’t he looking for India when he found the West Indies?). Robin sighting in Madison coming home from voting – I’ll send them your way

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 5th Edition by carol

carol — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:18:26 +0000

sounds as if things are quieting down. no midnight calls to the vet. glad to hear that most of the lambs are doing well. i’ll be interested to hear about color- planned or not

pics are great! lambs are too cute

you and the nice lady need some rest

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 4th Edition by Julie Drigot

Julie Drigot — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:30:56 +0000

Funny names above, Dick and Gretchen do choose wonderful names for their lambs each year. Thanks again for the detailed news. I’m glad you’re still making the effort despite the work because it is really interesting to hear about the ewes and their individual mothering skills. Here I notice some mom’s can bring their lambs to their sides with the slightest nicker (Wallflower) Other moms are truly uninterested in mothering and make it clear that while they will attend to their young, they’d be just as happy without. (Wascal).
The photos are great!

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 4th Edition by M. J.

M. J. — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:37:12 +0000

Good to hear that the health issues may have turned a corner for the better. I seem to have missed – or did you not mention – names for Unabelle’s lambs. Cupcake and Cashewe and Coconut are SO appropriate, It will be fun to see if Whiskey has Chardoney, and Allspice has Cinnamon, and Cardamomor or Chervil and Chili Powder.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 3rd Edition by Amy

Amy — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:57:50 +0000

Just sending hugs and good wishes. Am NOT sending any of the 12 1/2 inches of snow we had yesterday. Hope the back end of the lamb rush is less problematic for you. Hang in there! And thank you for all that you do (as one who benefits every year from your great shepherding).

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 3rd Edition by Dick

Dick — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 16:52:01 +0000

Hi there Bean Counter,
As is the case with my daily blog entries your numbers are already out of date, and will be again before I can post something. The ram lamb numbers are, however, quite astounding and are holding steady around 35%. Go figure…
Grumpy Shepherd

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 3rd Edition by carol

carol — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 15:46:05 +0000

hurrah for great vets
hurrah for great shepherds

i hope you both can get some rest. looks like the sheep are in a bucolic mood. just like last year the weather is backward

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 3rd Edition by Julie Drigot

Julie Drigot — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 13:01:41 +0000

We have 5 lambs here, Wallflower brought 2 ewe lambs, Ciele and Coraline. Wascal has had her first and (maybe last), 2 ram lambs Cabbie and Cole. Our Cormo ewe delivered a single ewe lamb, Cupid.

I have archived all of the Ewe Turns and I have a cute pic of Whiskey. I don’t know how you two do it! I feel tired just reading.

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 3rd Edition by M. J.

M. J. — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 23:04:34 +0000

Hang in there – according to the “bean-counter” you are 62% completed. Averaging right on target with 1.48 lambs per ewe. And only 35% rams! Who NEEDS lots of little boys??

Holding you in my thoughts daily. mj

Comment on Lambing Chronicles 2013 – 2nd Edition by Julie Drigot

Julie Drigot — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:08:48 +0000

Your lambs are very beautiful, robust and colorful, congratulations!