Morning Bray Farm

January 14, 2012

Saturday Stuff – In flight

Posted by Morning Bray under Birds, Saturday Parts & Stuff | Tags: Canada Goose |
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January 13, 2012

Dirty ducks, cold bath

Posted by Morning Bray under Ducks | Tags: ducks, Muscovies, Muscovy ducks |
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When it comes to being cold, I’m a pansy.

I know they’re ducks…

…but I still worry about them. It’s their first winter, after all.

Izzy, honey. You’re so dirty.

Look at how brown you are, sweetheart.

You need a bath.

Alfie loves taking a bath:

No matter how cold it is:

Because Muscovies aren’t known for being cold-hardy, I fill their pool at lunchtime only on days when it’s warm and sunny. This gives them ample opportunity to dry off before it gets dark.

Jake gets so excited that he starts bathing even before he gets in the pool:

It’s just the cutest thing ever:

But it’s still cold:

And I still worry about them being completely dry before the sun goes down:

Izzy! You’re finally getting in the pool:

And look at how beautiful and clean you are after your bath!

♥

An interesting article, for those who are interested: http://www.muscovyduckcentral.com/marvelousmuscovies.html

Although these waterfowl relish swimming when given the opportunity, they tend to be more terrestrial than other domestic ducks and their feathers seem to have less waterproofing. As a consequence, a pond isn’t necessary for Muscovies and can even pose a hazard during icy winters, when these ducks of tropical origin may become chilled or suffer frostbite.

January 11, 2012

The beginning of a beautiful relationship

Posted by Morning Bray under Donkeys | Tags: Bernard, donkey, Jolly mega ball |
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January 9, 2012

Pillow talk

Posted by Morning Bray under Friends and Family | Tags: Oma Linda, pillow, pillow talk, pillows |
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Last week, Don and I received an incredible gift from our dear friend Oma Linda. Two beautifully, from-the-heart-made pillows:

Linda titled the first pillow “The Fab Four”:

With a picture of Fergus, Bernard, Nigel and Ellsworth:

Intricate lace:

Whimsical buttons:

And a special tribute to Fergus:

The second pillow is equally breathtaking:

Linda titled this pillow “Hugs”:

With a picture of the three newest members of the Morning Bray Farm Herd; Gracie Belle, Buck and Patrick:

A lovely heart and butterfly:

Fabric roses:

Buttons and lace:

Very cool leather fringe, metal buttons and “heart wire”:

Because they took my breath away, I just had to share them with you. I’ve already ordered another pillow from Linda and can’t wait to see how it turns out.

If you’re interested in talking with Linda about pillows of your own, you can contact her on lindaomasoldebaggsnstuftshirts@blogger.com or turtle8603@comcast.net.

Thank you, Oma Linda. ♥ ♥ ♥