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Monday, January 24, 2011

We Are Shepherds!

We don't have functional closets.  We don't have a working dishwasher.  But we just couldn't help ourselves from adopting the first member of the Riddle Ranch.  Meet Shamrock, our Jacob lamb, who will be our breeder when he's old enough.

I am reading day and night about how to care for this little guy, but I must admit, as I did when I first kept chickens, that I feel completely over my head.  But also so in love with this little fluff ball.  Have any of you kept sheep?  I would would be so grateful to hear your stories and pearls of wisdom.  

We will add two ewe lambs once they have been born and are ready to leave their mamas.  Oh my.  What have we done?  We have gone for our dreams.  I am shaky. And in love.  And so many things.  Thus transforms a Orange County girl into a frightened wannabe farm mom.  Gulp.  Eeeeee!  Happiness.


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13 comments:

  1. Lauren AllenJanuary 24, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Cutest thing ever! I've never seen a spotted baby. :) Way to dive in!

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  2. Heather S-GJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    That's so wonderful, congratulations!! So cute :D

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Sooooo cute! I had a sheep when I was a kid and loved it - her name was Laura. Despite everything you may have heard, sheep are NOT dumb. In my experience, having only one, they don't act like they would in a herd. Have lots of fun with your new baby :)
    -Shannon

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  4. Amanda OJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    How exciting! My sister would be a great person to ask....here's her blog link-
    http://www.shirleygoodnessandmayhem.blogspot.com
    They have alot of experience with sheep and goats! You'll all do fine =)

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  5. JoyJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Yay. So exciting. :) Can't wait to meet him.

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  6. JenHartryJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    OH My gosh! You go Riddle's!
    I love that little guy....so cute.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Congratulations! I know you will be awesome shepherds to your little flock! I personally don't have sheep so I don't know anything about them other than, "THEY ARE SO CUTE"!

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  8. Chris ScarboroughJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Shamrock - I think he will grow up to be a rockstar. Adorable!!!

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  9. leah mariJanuary 27, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    im so jealous! hehe

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  10. CharlotteJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    I LOVE it!!!!!!!

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  11. Diana BaumanFebruary 3, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Katie, how exciting! Oh, I can't wait for the day...EEEK, I'm so happy for you! I just love visiting your place and feeling His presence in your contentment and seeing how blessed your family is. I can't wait for the day to have a homestead.. but, in His timing right?! Have a great week lovely lady!!

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  12. DanielleFebruary 6, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Oh, how sweet! When I first saw your title and picture, I though of you being shepherds for your children as well...that's why I clicked on your link on Simple Lives Thursday. I read around a little, and I am so inspired and encouraged by your decision to follow God's leading to get out of debt. Thanks for sharing your new little cutie! http://mindofthemother.blogspot.com/

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  13. MonicaMay 23, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Good to see you on the Barn hop! So much to be shared here! an learned!

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