Jangchub wrote:

We've considered homesteading and buying some alpaca's and
sheep

We considered alpacas in addition to the "mutton chops" but much to our
surprise and contrary to the claims of "packers", they itch worse than
wool if one is sensitive to this.

I spun some yarn from an alpaca and Marilyn knitted herself a pair of
socks but can't wear them and had to give them to a friend. No such
problem with Merino and much less with coarse wool so, no point in an
alpaca for our needs.

We very well may do it, but my husband is still only 46 and
has to work for about 10 more years to retire.

I had the good fortune to be able to retire at 43 so I got a bit of a
jump on most men.

Your website is lovely.

Thanks,

js

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