Comments on: Up to Our Elbows in Lambs

By: P. Allen Smith

P. Allen Smith — Wed, 11 May 2011 00:12:22 +0000

Hey there Annie!
Well, I think the flock may have doubled since you were here! huge surprise to all of us!
Just when I was going to have to have one of ‘those talks’ with our ram Zeus about productivity….then wham!..we had lambs dropping everywhere.
Hope you are thriving!
Allen

By: Chris McLaughlin

Chris McLaughlin — Mon, 09 May 2011 22:17:56 +0000

Just beautiful. I’ve so enjoyed the pictures of your farm and gardens that you and the others have shared.

We’re moving back to a little land (finally) in June and have some baby goats on the way — very exiting.

By: Annie Haven | Authentic Haven Brand

Annie Haven | Authentic Haven Brand — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:55:36 +0000

Nice to see the herd doing well, they were a joy to see on my visit they helped keep me from getting home sick. I look forward to your herd updates and all else you have growing on at the ranch. Annie

By: Seymour

Seymour — Sun, 08 May 2011 15:25:41 +0000

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By: Milan

Milan — Sat, 07 May 2011 20:55:30 +0000

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By: P. Allen Smith

P. Allen Smith — Thu, 05 May 2011 13:37:59 +0000

Oh…and our sheep.Yes the local chefs love them. They are sold at the market as yearlings( hardly lambs…quite the misconception) as organic and grass fed. The breed os called a white Dorper and we chose them because they are well suited to our climate and require no shearing ( regarded as a hair sheep ). They are part of our small farm sustainability program here and they have become an important addition to this farms ecosystem.

By: P. Allen Smith

P. Allen Smith — Thu, 05 May 2011 13:24:52 +0000

Hi Patrick,
I so agree about overused plants.They can certainly become mundane when not used in creative ways!

I’m crazy for the Knockouts and the Drift roses because they have brought the rose back into the American garden and because of their disease resistance. These are a very showy ‘green’ Eco friendly shrub for us here on the farm and on our design build projects.

It is fun to use highly performing plants, that might be commonly seen, in creative and extraordinary ways.

Best,
Allen

By: Patrick's Garden

Patrick's Garden — Thu, 05 May 2011 03:54:43 +0000

OK, I’m sure it’s because I grew up in Australia but while others see cute little lambs, I want to head to the herb garden get some sprigs of mint, add a little vinegar and sugar and dress their future legs.
Is that bad, Allen? But I do feel for the little orphan

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 05 May 2011 01:16:51 +0000

You are a very fortunate man. What a peaceful, beautiful way to live. you can’t beat nature its the best. Thank You for sharing.

By: Valerie

Valerie — Wed, 04 May 2011 18:10:33 +0000

They are just so darn cute!

By: Janet Spooner

Janet Spooner — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:26:24 +0000

Sheep and goats seem to be one of those animals that when you notice there’s a problem it’s already too late. Looks like the lamb is taking to the bottle pretty well…good luck!

By: Stephanie Clancy

Stephanie Clancy — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:02:01 +0000

This is serious Springtime cuteness!

By: Shirley Bovshow "EdenMaker

Shirley Bovshow "EdenMaker — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:43:25 +0000

Oh Allen, that is too bad! I wonder if it is the same “mommy” lamb I saw with her calf at your ranch last week. I know you will provide a great surrogate for her.

Your lambs are gorgeous!
Shirley Bovshow