Sorry about my extreme lack of updates. I was very depressed over Binson's death and miss her terribly. Here's a list of things that have happened since then up to today.
Over Christmas we welcomed a new Jack Russell puppy into our family, we have called her Lily. She and Marcus get along like a house on fire which is great. Below is her a picture of her on the day we picked her up. I will dedicate a post to her soon. She has grown a lot!
Now the less than happy news...
We lost our other elderly dog Zorra in January. It wasn't sudden, and was almost a relief, but death is always sad.
We had to rehome our rabbits as my partner was having terrible allergic reactions to hay in the house all the time. They now both have great new homes and are very happy.
This week Eleanor (one of last years ewe lambs that we kept) became caught in the fencing overnight and was dead in the morning. Her pasture mate Eliza stayed by her side and wouldn't leave her side. It was all horrible and very upsetting for us and the flock. It does mean that this year I will be looking for gulmoget ewe lamb to add to my flock...and maybe a nice flecket.
Today everyone was sheared.
This is Vladamir our wether looking handsome.
And Horseradish our ram. I love him using his horns to scratch himself!
And never knew he had so many spots under his wool!
This is Eliza on the left, and Isabella on the right.
And a very pregnant Jewel, although my shearer thinks Isabella will lamb first. Any thoughts?
It is freakishly warm in New England at 68 degrees today where we are so I think everyone is enjoying their new haircuts and the sunshine. Here are some happy sheep pictures.
That's all. A mixed bag of ups and downs. But spring is here, and lambs will be here in a few more weeks. Happy spring everyone!
