I'm a Shepherdess!
Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 2:58PM This day has been three years in the making! From planning to moving, from saving to building, we've put a lot of thought, time, hard work and patience into finally having sheep of our own.
And now they're here! Sparkles, Peridot, Emerald and Knox all arrived safe and sound via . . . that's right . . . minivan (why does anyone buy a trailer?!).
Here I am working with Sparkles to get her out of the dog crate and into the pasture.
And here's Knox (our ram lamb) and me on our way to the pasture.
Starr was beside herself with excitement at the arrival of the sheep. The sheep were not so impressed with her. In fact, they were pretty much terrified.
But soon, everyone figured out how to get along.
Here are some gratuitous sheep and llama pictures. We still have some construction going on for the expansion of the barn. Before we go on vacation, the animals will have a roof with tarp sides. By the end of August, they'll have a shiny new barn to be safe and secure in.
Reader Comments (5)
It looks like everyone is getting on well
Starr is a very curious Llama...ya if sheep have not met a llama before they sometimes freak a little
Boy have you been busy! I'm so happy for you! That's cute, llamas in the minivan! Hopefully we'll be able to get together soon!
You are a natural! can't wait to see what you produce with your home grown shetland wool!
Wow. I just read your last few posts. Yay! How exciting.
I remember when the alpacas first came to live with us. I was so excited and kept going to the back door to look at them. It was hard to believe we were finally doing it... for real.
Enjoy. :-)
Thanks everyone! We're back from a trip to Texas, and now I can really enjoy the animals. It's still a little surreal!