I think they like their new home

Life at One Blessed Acre just got a little busier.  We've become proud owners of two adorable Nubian goats; one buck and one doe.  Originally, we were to get two does, but life threw us a glitch.  The doe birthed twins and so we were asked to take the buck for the time being so that the two would be comforted together.  Nubians are notorious for whining and supposedly they whine/cry less when with another goat.  I can't say we've noticed that yet as they both whine and wimper the minute we leave their sides.

Anne's first challenge was to name these sweet babies.  After two days, and lots of suggestions, she came up with Clarissa and Shorty (since he's short term here because we'll be swapping him for another doe at some point).   Next she had to learn how to bottle feed, not one, but two babies at the same time.  They let her know quickly that goat patience is far less than a normal toddler's patience - they both wanted to be fed at the same time RIGHT NOW!  So, Anne elicited the help of her sisters, but only Abby has hung in there for the long haul of feeding them every 4 hours.

The General Manager spent last weekend putting up a beautiful temporary goat pen for them to spend some of the nicer days outside.  We are still in the process of determining a long term fencing solution for them.  We welcome any suggestions and advice from those who have traveled this road before us.  They are so cute - they have stolen each of our hearts.

And then two became one

We just returned from a wonderful vacation down to Palmdale for our oldest daughter's wedding.  It was a weekend of many firsts. .  meeting of our new son-in-law, meeting his family, meeting our newest grandson, and meeting our second daughter's new boyfriend. 


What a whirlwind adventure we undertook when we left last Tuesday for a two day, 12 hour plus drive to Palmdale, California for the glorious event.  The excitement could be heard all throughout the car, but it definitely rang loudly from the rear.  Our first stop was Stockton, where the General Manager had to purchase a suit to wear at the wedding.  Nothing like last minute shopping, but we were glad we waited because he got a great deal and he looked amazing.

Once we arrived in Palmdale the next afternoon, we finally got to meet our new son-in-law, Andrew and his family.  What a blessing they are to Danielle and Andrew.  They are so sweet, we couldn't have asked for better in-laws.  We also got introduced to Sarah's new boyfriend, Grant.   They make a very sweet couple and we are looking forward to spending more time with them when they travel out our way in July.


The next morning the bride-maids and I went to a local salon to get manicures and pedicures.  I was tickled pink when both my toes and nails were done at the same time.  Now, if I just could have got a nap while all of it took place. . . . . awwwh that would have been heaven.





Before we knew it, the night of the wedding arrived.  Danielle looked beautiful. . . the bridal party was stunning.


The flowers were gorgeous. . . .




The cake was spectacular.  I really loved the D, A and B cake toppers.

The General Manager and Danielle for the Father-Daughter dance.  Watching them dance around the floor, smiling at one another, brought tears to my eyes and many thoughts of going through this 5 more times. . . .


Andrew and his mom, Linda dancing. . .



A few more of our precious peas. . .






We arrived safely home this evening, sorry that our vacation was over, but glad that we went and now really looking forward to seeing Danielle, Andrew, Emma and Ben at the end of the month when they come to visit.