A quick post to let you know that, yes, we are all ok. Sandy hit our mountains with over 2 feet snow and drifts even higher. Like much of the rest of our state we are without electricity. We have a wood stove, and that is providing warmth.
Yesterday, feeding was done with snowshoes, and the tractor got hay to the top of the hill and the sheep in the back pasture. Monday, we stockpiled hay in buildings closer to the some of the sheep. A lesson learned from past snowstorms.
As sometimes happens with big snowstorms, the animals have begun to rearrange themselves because they can walk over the temporary fencing dividing the pasture. Bella, for the first time ever, has actually sought shelter and has hunkered down with two ewes in their small shed. Although you can’t see their fencing at all, so far the rams have stayed in their small paddock. Just in case they decide to wander, the corral gate was shoveled out and closed. And those lambs that were shorn on Saturday, well don’t worry about them. They are tucked away snug in the barn.
Thank you, everyone, for all your thoughts and prayers. The blizzard warning has been lifted, but we’re under a winter storm warning today for three to five more inches. Roads are getting re-opened, so hopefully the lights will come back on soon. We’re praying for all those who were hit much harder and are so much less fortunate than us. We’ll keep you updated as we can.
Glad to hear you are managing. "Rearrange themselves"–that has to be the nicest, most civilized way to say "sheep out!" I've ever heard. I understand that they are probably just co-mingling, and not truly "out", and that's why you're typing about it calmly. =)
Best wishes…
I saw on the Weather Channel that you got hit pretty hard and have been praying for you. I am glad you are okay and the 'babies' are fine.
glad to hear you've weathered the storm. we did fine, at Thistle Cove Farm. animals all have shelter, food and water. snow is still falling, we've had about 2 feet but drifts of 3 feet and more. my friend, other end of the county, has drifts of 20 feet!
Praying for your safety, and that of your animals. Good luck!
You were blasted! We only got about two inches here.
Hope your power is restored soon.
So glad to hear that all is well. People seem to freak out when they see that much snow. True, it came early but you deal with it and go on. Happy Halloween. What a trick!
Wow, you got snow! Now would be a great time to get that perfect shot for your Christmas card… so thankful your safe and have an alternate heat source… xoxo
Good to hear from you.
Yes: GOOD To HEAR FROM YOU!!
WOAH! I love snow-but that's a bit much. Glad you are okay! Holly
Oh my! Beautiful shots BUT what weather. So glad you made it through. Ms. Sandy did a number out here (New Jersey) and we are slowly recovering. I was blessed but friends…not so much. We are hoping and praying the snow they are predicting for tomorrow and Thursday will pass us by. We need a break as, I believe, you do to. Hugs to you and yours!
Hope you guys are getting things shoveled out alright. You're in good company!