Colene

I was in the barn tonight after feeding the goats, playing with them. Contessa was in her favorite spot on the bench leaning against me while I gave her pets and scratches. Her mom, Colene, is my shyest goat. It is very rare that Colene will allow me to touch her. It usually occurs only when Contessa is between us and I quietly, slowly, gently, slide my hand off of Contessa and onto Colene and give her a pat and scratch or two.

So imagine my surprise tonight. As I scratched Contessa under her chin, Colene walked right up to me, slid her fuzzy, soft muzzle into my hair and sniffed at my ear. It tickled, but I tried hard not to move and startle her. She slid her muzzle further under my hair until her whole face was buried in my curls. She then snuffled around a bit, withdrew, nuzzled my nose and chin and gave me a quick lick on the nose! I was so surprised. And very pleased that she offered that contact on her own.... whatever her reasons were. 

Life gives us wonderful gifts from time to time....................this one has left my hair smelling like a goat LOL

Thank you Colene.

It's nearing spring..... honestly, it is :) This normally is the time of year that I start preparing kidding pens, cleaning them top to bottom, bedding them with fresh, sweet smelling, bright straw, hanging freshly cleaned water buckets and mineral holders and new hay bags. All in readiness for heavily pregnant does who will soon give birth.

But not this year. There are no pregnant does waddling around my pasture and barn this year, dropping heavily to the ground to lie and chew their cud while they dream of little kids to come. No sleepless nights and days of 'kid watch' to look forward to for me.

I know it's for a good reason. My husband, very reasonably, would like to do something else this spring. Perhaps go on a short trip. So he politely asked me if I'd give up kidding for one year. I agreed as he is worth that and much more, and he asks little of me.

But oh - I will miss the kids ...............

Pygora ..... the tops in luxury!

This is just a sample of what you can make from decadently-soft, luxurious Pygora fiber. I used fleece from three of my goats: the caramel color is from Whistlekick Grace, the cream is from Whistlekick Scarlett and the grey/brown is from Whistlekick Contessa. I love how the colors compliment each other and add a bit of pizzazz to the scarf. And each color has a slightly different feel, but all three are soft, soft, soft and warm.

Clean Shaven

I love this time of year. Not only the little ones bouncing around, but shearing. It is so much fun to see how different the goaties look between full fleece and sheared. You'd almost think they were two different goats. This is particularly evident on Colene. Isn't she cute?

Water.........

Water is a necessity in life. Life cannot exist without water to drink. But when you are used to sweet, warm, rich milk, you are not very eager to embrace water - even if you are watching your mama enjoy the cool taste.

As you can tell, Sassy does not think much of it if her tongue is any indication.

And sister Samantha doesn't even want to taste it.

Toby just wants to blow bubbles and make rings in the water bucket. Drinking is the last thing on his mind. There is so much growing up to do - and it is so complicated.......

Girls and Jewelry

It's muggy today - the air so thick it is hard to breathe - so I am wearing capris. And, of course, an ankle bracelet (I love jewelry). This one is a carved stone and shell ankle bracelet that I bought in Hawaii years ago. Whenever I wore it, I remembered the great trip to Kauai. At one time, I gave the ankle bracelet to a dear lady when I found out that she had always wanted one. When she passed away a few years later, her family made me a gift of the ankle bracelet. So this one means a lot to me beside just the fact that I love jewelry.

Evidently, so do Samantha and Sofia. They followed me around the stall, ignoring the fresh grain and hay I put out. All they wanted to do was get that ankle bracelet in their mouth and explore it. It just goes to show that girls love jewelry - even when they are goatie girls.

Luxury is Lace Pygora Wristlets

Lace Pygora wristlets - the latest kit offered by Whistlekick Pygoras. The kit contains enough of the finest, softest Pygora fiber - washed, dehaired and ready to spin - and the pattern for these elegant, luxurious wristlets. Your choice of colors: cream, light grey, light caramel. $20. Treat yourself today. Order a kit on our website: www.whistlekickpygoras.com