Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Everyone needs a friend. That goes for animals as well.
Alpacas are herd animals, so they need at least one companion for an optimum life. Easy to understand, what quality of life could one have alone?
New breeders need to plan for (at least) two cria to be born each year. Having two makes it double the fun and watching them play is a favorite in my book. Having just one cria would be boring, certainly not as much fun or exercise since the moms are interested in grazing 24/7.
Gotta lov read more...
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014
It's been a rough week, snow and sub freezing temperatures while transporting alpacas from out of state. When I say rough, I mean farming at it's finest. Number 1 goal is making sure everyone has extra groceries (energy aka food) to keep themselves warm.
We hauled back a couple of alpacas (one dam with cria at side) and got caught having to make a decision driving over the mountain passes. To drive over or not to drive over -- this was the question. Even though we have a four-wheel drive vehi read more...
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Thursday, November 27, 2014
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Friday, November 21, 2014
Teri Agins Advises a Boyfriend on What Would Make a Unique Gift for His Girlfriend.
Teri Agins, WSJ Wall Street Journal
When it comes to the most luxurious natural fibers that are warm, lightweight and soft against your skin, all three fibers fit the bill. The top-drawer pick is vicuña, from the rarefied endangered species. That will easily set you back $4,000 and up for a scarf. Go shopping in person to examine these fine fabrics up close.
Cashmere became the rage starting in the 1980s read more...
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Sunday, November 16, 2014
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Friday, November 14, 2014
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Monday, November 10, 2014
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Tuesday, November 4, 2014
It all started decades ago, while visiting Hawaii and I was fascinated by the pearl stands – you know, the ones where you pick an oyster for $15 and the sales person waves the tongs over it while chanting a Hawaiian good luck chant?
I am always mesmerized by seeing what’s inside that oyster! I can’t even lie about it – I have done this over and over again and am still excited to go through the motions every time I see one of those darn pearl booths at the fair!
I ask myself, self – what i read more...
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Tuesday, October 21, 2014
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Monday, October 20, 2014
Alpaca is more insulating than wool – 6 x warmer.
Alpaca socks won’t allow bacteria or odor adhere to the fiber.
Alpaca socks are not itchy, hypoallergenic.
Our alpaca socks, you can machine wash & dry.
Alpaca fiber has stronger tensile strength than wool.
Alpaca regulates with your body temperature, you won’t sweat in socks.
The Alpaca is an animal that has been bred to a more extreme climate ….in the high Andes where Alpacas originated, they can experience temps anywhere on read more...
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