Kim Goodling, Author at Living with Gotlands

10 Mar 2017

Three Things to Love About Gotlands – Part III

by Kim Goodling | posted in: Gotland sheep | 0

This is the last of a three part series on three things to love about Gotlands. I have shared their fun loving and playful personalities and their sweet and loving dispositions. It is the third trait, however, that brings more laughter to our farm, their sense of curiosity. Things to love about Gotlands – Sense of Curiosity The dictionary defines curiosity as: … Read More

28 Feb 2017

Three Things to Love About Gotlands – Part II

by Kim Goodling | posted in: Gotland sheep | 1

Last week I began a series on three things to love about Gotlands. Gotland sheep are great for family farms. Their personalities make them easy keepers and a joy to be around. In my first post, I shared with you their playfulness and sense of adventure. Today, we will see their desire to converse and form a bond with their … Read More

21 Feb 2017

Vermont Winter ~ Posting with Anna Goodling

by Kim Goodling | posted in: Homesteading | 0

Last week, winter raged with wind and snow, making fences grow shorter and hay feeders disappear. The distant mountains were white on white and the snow plow left a swirl of snow behind it. Friends and relatives sent messages that read, “I know you’ll be glad when spring arrives.” or “Stay inside where it is warm.” They do not understand … Read More

17 Feb 2017

Three Things to Love About Gotlands: Part I

by Kim Goodling | posted in: Gotland sheep | 0

We have had Gotland sheep on our farm for two years now. In that time, we have discovered many things that we love about Gotlands and their personalities. I thought I would share with you some of our most favorite character traits. Gotland Sheep – Fun Loving & Playful It is a delight to go out and do chores each … Read More

13 Feb 2017

Sheep and Winter Storms

by Kim Goodling | posted in: Sheep Antics | 0

I am often asked how my sheep can survive the harsh Vermont winter storms. Yesterday our first big snow storm hit with a vengeance. We woke to swirling snow, subzero wind chills, and deep snow banks. With proper shelter and feed, our sheep have no difficulty with these winter conditions and cold temperatures. Proper Shelter Well ventilated…protection from wind…plenty of space … Read More