The shipment of sheep pelts has just arrived at the tanner which signals the close to harvest and preserving for 2022. I have such an appreciation for the artisan trades and traditions. They understand how to bring out the complete beauty and heirloom qualities of the wool pelts. I admire that. The wait to receive the finished pelts feels like forever but I know these processes take time and much attention to detail. Teaching our young generation the skill of working with our hands, creating and completing a task of value and worth to them and possibly those around them brings confidence, self-worth and a sense of ownership. This has been a focus since raising our family and now helping imprint on our grandchildren this golden gift. We also thoroughly enjoy having young people come to our farm to interact with the animals and gardens. To see the delight in their eyes as they pull a carrot from the garden or pet our wooly sheep is great joy!
One cycle is ending and another one is beginning. Breeding season……. It takes thought, purpose and intentionality to continue to build to full potential. As it is with most things in life…. We have two new rams offering unique genetics, fleece color and conformation to our flock. April is when we reap the reward from our planning in the late summer with a new crop of lambs. Chance and Freckles are the two new guys on the block!
As we enter into the season of Advent and Christmas we extend a warm holiday wish to each of you.
Love from Julie, Gene and the flock
Kindness is like snow~ It beautifies everything it covers.
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A great website! I plan to drive onto your farm sometime this summer.
We would love to see you anytime, Gion!