First Babies of the Year

 The night that Montana returned home was also the night Lady had her twin babies - a boy and a girl. At first we thought it was two girls, which was super exciting because we have always had a boy/girl or two boy twin sets. Lady had triplets last year and one didn't make it, so I was just thankful that we had two healthy babies that are nursing well in this cold. 

They were born while we ate dinner and Alei and I showed up in time to dry them well and put baby sweat-shirts on them. At this point, they are Betsy (Ross) and Buddy. I told the kids we weren't keeping any babies this year, but look at Betsy's sweet face. I don't think I can part with her!

Betsy-

 Buddy - I will sell Buddy as a wether pair; wethers make wonderful pets, but I can't add anymore to the male combination I have now as they compete with each other when females are present.

 Selah spends hours in snow gear in the barn. Most of us do at this point and it's cold! Never again will I have January babies - It was due to electric fencing issues that Vinny kept getting in with the girls five months ago.

Here is a very expectant Leia - this is her 4th year kidding. Hoping she goes before we go to Florida so we are here to monitor the babies. It's a lot to ask of a sister and pet sitter!

Here's old Lincoln - still plugging on at year 13. He doesn't seem any worse than he was at 10 or 11. He doesn't jump up for everything anymore, but he's still enjoying life. He was dumped at the end of our road at about a year old, covered in ticks and scared of collars and leashes. He has been able to live his entire life unencumbered by such, except to occasional trips to the vet.    

 Fiona heads up the morning patrol but Lincoln joins her about 25% of the time.

 Montana isn't sure what to think of Kylie's constant and irrational yapping.

 I'm hoping Montana learns the art of staying home. Of course, a large electric fence should help. 

Jenny