Waiting at the gate

Not one single sheep or goat enjoyed the hard cold rain we had yesterday, and not one shepherd or goatherd, so everyone was waiting at the gate this morning and enjoying the sunshine. One thing winter has taught us, enjoy the pretty days, they are few and far between. I am ready to shear the sheep but can't get a enough warm dry days. Friend Linda had a lamb born in yesterdays storm, out in the storm, both are doing well.  I used to lamb and kid in January and February, staying up and checking every 2-3 hours for a lamb that might be born in freezing weather. I'm glad we are waiting until April, usually, a very pleasant time of year.