Life on our farm never ceases to amaze me..... I was on the phone with Alan on Sunday morning while he comforted Twinkle Toes during her last minutes of life. We were both so very sad. Less than an hour later, Alan called me again -- this time with good news!
When he went out to do the morning feed he saw that Jackie, one of our spotted donkeys, had *finally* delivered her baby! (We were beginning to wonder if she wasn't actually prego, but just plump! I guess she was prego!) She delivered a sweet little jenny (girl). Don't you think she looks so much like little Eddie who was born last October!? Alan took this photo and emailed it to my phone so that I could see the new baby, even though I was away from home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
We've decided to call her Lady Bird after Lady Bird Johnson and in our own little way, after Twinkle Toes who we also called Birdie. Lady Bird couldn't have been born at a better time! More farm updates coming soon! I'm trying to catch up on life!
Oh Anna, thank you so much for the photo of Lady Bird, it helped dry my eyes from just reading about Twinkle Toes, we too had a Birdie that went peacefully last year after 28 years. So, so sad, I am sorry for your loss, but how wonderful and adorable your new "Birdie" is. Do let Eddie know he's still my favorite though, take care.
Posted by: Susan | July 24, 2008 at 06:37 PM
she looks so cute. thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Debbie D. | July 24, 2008 at 03:36 AM
It's so amazing. When God closes a door, He always opens a window! What a precious addition to your farm family - and I love the name too! She is a sweet looking little jenny.
Posted by: Barb Hardeman | July 23, 2008 at 08:22 PM
Nice picture..
she is adorable!
Your family is still growing :)
Posted by: Dee | July 23, 2008 at 07:26 PM
Oh, my gosh, she is adorable! Thanks for sharing the pic that Alan took, and watch out...it looks like you have some competition there! :)
Posted by: Shala | July 23, 2008 at 05:24 PM
Mama and baby are so sweet together!
~Kendra
Posted by: Kendra - SCS:apigonfire | July 23, 2008 at 05:14 PM
She is adorable and looks like a little sweetheart!!! What a perfect surprise to help comfort you right now!
Posted by: Michelle H in NY | July 23, 2008 at 03:55 PM
What a sweetie!! Congrats on the new addition. :0)
Posted by: Tracy | July 23, 2008 at 03:38 PM
Anna,
What a great picture. I couldn't really see all the details from your phone when you passed it around in Milwaukee. Love the name. It was so fun to see you, and to hear stories of the farm. I hope you can make it to WI again, as it was so GREAT to watch you work. Very inspiring!!
Posted by: Peggy F (lefsegirl) | July 23, 2008 at 03:35 PM
I was so sorry to read about Twinkle Toes, it's so very hard to say good-bye. What a precious picture of your new farm addition Lady Bird, I love hearing about your animals and your photos are amazing!
Posted by: Tami McBeain (tmarie) | July 23, 2008 at 03:18 PM
What a cute little girl, have missed the photos of the animals. Your blog is wonderful,and the projects are great, but the animal pictures are the my favorite.
Posted by: B Carey | July 23, 2008 at 03:02 PM
Congratulations on your new addition. I was told a very, very, long time by a priest at a funeral that God takes one but gives another in its place. Take care.
Bev
Posted by: Bev (Rette Mom) | July 23, 2008 at 01:23 PM
She is so precious!! Give her a little love hug for all of us when you get home. A door closes and a window opens. The circle of life goes on. Blessings!!
Posted by: Ruthy Gray | July 23, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Congratulations. This is wonderful news especially after the loss of twinkel toes.
Posted by: Terri Moore | July 23, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Enjoy your new beautiful girl!
Posted by: Danielle | July 23, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Oh Anna how precious! I am so happy that little Lady Bird arrived at a time when you especially needed some cheering. She's just adorable.
Posted by: Ida | July 23, 2008 at 09:45 AM
How Sweet!! She's adorable :) I love the names - Lady Bird and Jackie. You're wonderful with naming your animal family! Their coloring is so pretty - and Jackie's mane, just beautiful.
Posted by: Nancy | July 23, 2008 at 09:18 AM
aww, She is beautiful!!and What a lovely name!!!
Posted by: tyrymom29 | July 23, 2008 at 08:29 AM
Oh, she is BEAUTIFUL!!! Momma and baby look SO cute...what a wonderful event. Congrats on the new member of the menagerie! I just love the color of your donkeys, they are awesome! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | July 23, 2008 at 08:05 AM
Anna, I'm sorry for your loss of twinkle toes, but certainly a new window has been opened!
Posted by: Mary G | July 23, 2008 at 07:24 AM
HOW EXCITING!!!!!!!! You know I love all your animal stories, but so look forward to the donkey ones! Lady Bird is just beautiful! I was honored to have met the "real" Lady Bird twice and I am sure she would have loved her name sake as well! JUST ADORABLE! I have two Mom's to be just about to pop... with Hurricane Dolly approaching I am sure they will deliver soon!
HUGS
MichelleO
Posted by: Michelle Oatman | July 23, 2008 at 07:18 AM
Wow, a new baby! Your farm is growing by leaps and bounds! Perhaps you should consider *leaps* and *bounds* for names, lol. Let's see, *Leaps* could be a kid and *Bounds* could be hmmmmm, I'll have to think about that one :) Any way, Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Cindy H. | July 23, 2008 at 07:01 AM
awww, she's so cute! Wish I was there to rub her muzzle, what a cutie.
Hugs
Julie
Posted by: Julie Phillips | July 23, 2008 at 06:49 AM
What a delightful baby donkey! Your farm must be just wonderful with all these animals! I really enjoy seeing these photos on your Blog.
Posted by: Fran | July 23, 2008 at 06:32 AM
So sorry for your Twinkle Toes but that is one sweet little jenny. A really neat photo. tfs
Bev J.
Posted by: Bev James | July 23, 2008 at 06:15 AM
Thank you for sharing all your animals with us. We also just recently lost a beloved pet. Our Simba (4 month old kitten) got hit by a car on July 4th, he passed on 3 days later. My daughter has taken it very hard. I will show her Lady Bird maybe that will cheer her up. Mari
Posted by: Mari Pearson | July 23, 2008 at 06:07 AM
How sweet, thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Shelly | July 23, 2008 at 05:14 AM
How sweet! And what a great photo...from a phone, no less! I thoroughly enjoy your blog, Anna. Your farm life stories and artwork are fabulous. Keep 'em coming and all the best to you.
Posted by: Jennifer | July 23, 2008 at 03:30 AM
What a little darling!! Love the name and the connecting tribute to Twinkle Toes. Congrats!
Posted by: Dotty | July 23, 2008 at 03:23 AM
She's precious! I just wanna snuggle her. Do donkeys have donkey breath?
Posted by: Lisa | July 22, 2008 at 10:52 PM
Congrats on the new addition to the family! She's so cute. What a sweet name.
Posted by: SusanH | July 22, 2008 at 10:10 PM
She is ADORABLE!!!
I love the name!! Too prescious!!
Posted by: Juliana | July 22, 2008 at 09:59 PM