Well, it would seem that we
are definitely moving closer to Spring.. Charlotte (the tortoise) has moved –
about 4m from her previous location – which she has been in for the last three
months. The Buntings arrived in their flocks and rose pruning started (ten
down, eighty to go!). Also, the bowling
green is now officially closed after waiting completion of the Wyndford / St
Martins Maths camp challenge. (Which we won, this year Yay! but,…… they will be
back!)
For those of you who have
not met the new kid on the block – here is a picture of our baby goat who is now
more nimble, less wobbly, enjoying head butting lessons with dad, Yodel and
climbing lessons with his mom. We are
eagerly awaiting to see if E, M and U actually managed to hatch their
babies. Nine beautiful blue eggs still
under dad, one rolled out this last week and diligently covered with
leaves. We presume that it did not make
it?! Unfortunately, country life comes with the down sides as it does anywhere. We had to put Zoey down after her leg was badly broken by a deft kick from Dusty. Hard to look into her liquid chocolate eyes and say goodbye. Apparently, a freak occurrence, but sad none the less. Dusty has now been seen by our local horse therapist, with another session next week…
Our July specials were
enjoyed by guests who decided to brave the Eastern Free State winter, although
there were days when it was so warm the fire in the lounge was not necessary
and only lit for cosy ambiance. No snow for the farm this year it would appear,
but let’s not speak too soon!
The weekend for the star
gazing is full and hopefully will inspire all budding astronomers! Our
fun and relaxed Bowls week which takes place after the Cherry Festival in
November is still on the roll and there is still time to join one of the tours
from the retirement villages in Johannesburg. Give Angelique or Jenny a call
now on 058-2230274 for more information.
As you can see from the
picture, Celvin is doing well 4 months on from his accident which saw him with
a broken back, and enjoyed playing bowls (under Angelique’s beady eye!). When
he ventures to play action cricket we will break into the Hallelujah chorus!
(which I enjoyed hearing young Thomas -
6 years - singing down the passage when
he didn’t know anyone was listening…..!!)
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Thanks to all those who
enter our monthly draw. August’s winner is Antonella Dixon.
Looking forward to being
able to welcome you to Wyndford’s beauty
in the Springtime!Warm regards from us all, your Wyndford Team.
