Happy Birthday Bunnies!

Our little band o' bunnies turned 6 years old on August 4th.  Hard to believe they ever were this small:

 And to celebrate their birthday, I bought them a special surprise --- a bunny fort!

This way, they can spend some time outdoors when the weather is nice and I don't have to worry about them being out in the open.  I put this in the courtyard outside my studio and I can look out the window and see them while I'm working at my bench.  :)    

They had fun running in and out and eventually they all flopped inside (even though the door was still open).

Even Bully approved!

 Digger and Sandie thought the willow chair was much more interesting, though.

 

Turbo gave the bunny-diva seal of approval (and seized the opportunity to look adorable, as always)

"They don't call me the bunny supermodel for nothing."

And last, but not least, Ginger.  He was more interested in the treats than the fort.

It has been another great year for this little family of bunnies.  Everyone is happy and healthy and well loved.  As it should be!

Till next time ---

XOXO, Sandie, Digger, Ginger, Bully & Turbo

Bunny Sunday

In honor of Mother's Day, a few pics of the baby bunnies with their mama:

Family dinner:

Down time:

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there, no matter what your "kids" look like!

Bunny Sunday

Too much sadness around our house this past week.  Time to lighten up and appreciate the cuteness that surrounds us.  And there surely is plenty of it:

And more where that came from:

And even more yet:

Cuteness abounds at every turn!

I won't lie and say I'm not missing Nutmeg and Patches.  They were a one-of-a-kind pair.  But this cuteness, yeah, it goes a long way in lifting my spirits.

Happy Bunny Sunday!

Bunny Monday

Another busy Sunday flew by and no Bunny Sunday post!  The bunnies had visitors yesterday --- my friend, her husband and 6 (of their 9) kids.  Needless to say, the bunnies were busy being loved on and eating lots of treats.  They were a big hit with the little ones.

And I didn't even get any pictures!  So, here are a few from last week.  Bunnies in the courtyard enjoying some outside time....

I'd love to have a painting of this one with Bully.

Turbo and Rosie through the screen door.  (Rosie doesn't understand why she can't go out and play with everyone).

Digger marking his territory by "chinning" it.  (Bunnies have scent glands under their chins and that is how they mark what is theirs).

And no bunny post is complete without a picture of Turby hamming it up...

Have a great week everyone!

Bunny Sunday

The bunnies have been spending the night in their outdoor casita lately since it has been WAY too hot for them to be outside during the day.  This morning I brought my camera and coffee along when I went outside at 5:30 to feed them breakfast.

They're not really big on coffee, they'd much prefer a double shot of carrot juice.  This morning they had fresh mint from the garden to go along with their pellets. 

The Classic "bunnies around the bowl" pose:

These close-up pics are some of my favorites.  Makes you want to just dive right in the middle of them!

And yes, they are just as soft and squishy as they look.  :)

Happy Father's Day to all the bunny dads (and just plain 'ol dads) out there! 

Bunny Sunday

We had a visitor to the ranch last weekend all the way from North Carolina.  Judy, who works for the same company as Lee, was in town on business.  Several weeks before, she had been talking with Lee and somehow the conversation turned to animals.  Lee sent her to my blog to check out pics of ours.  When she saw the bunnies, she knew she wanted to come out and meet them.  So, when she arrived in Tucson, she came out for a Sunday afternoon visit.

The bunnies were on their best (most adorable) behavior.

Bully:  "Diggy, do you see what I see?  She has a camera."

"Hey everyone, SHE HAS A CAMERA.  Come get in the pic!"

Turbo: "No one can resist this much cuteness."

Happy Bunny Sunday everyone!  (Thanks to Judy for taking these pics).

Bunny Sunday

Yesterday was another nice day to let the bunnies out in the front courtyard for some outside time. Five bunnies running around is quite the sight to see. I highly recommend it if you are feeling blue or have had a bad day! Bunnies have magical powers to make you smile. You just can't help yourself. I managed to get a picture of each bunny next to my Tombstone Rose (not looking so beautiful right now, but give it a few months and it will be full of blooms).

Ginger:

Turbo:

Bully:Sandie:

But wait. I got a pic of everyone but Digger. Hmmm...

I guess this is what he thinks of that:Sorry Diggy! Happy Bunny Sunday everyone...

Bunny Sunday - Bunnies Gone Wild

Attack of the bunnies! There is a napping person under this pile of bunnies. Or I should say, there WAS a napping person prior to "Invasion of the Buns"...

The sun was streaming in through the blinds and painted the bunnies with streaks and spots that aren't normally there. It made for some interesting pictures.

It also made for some sleepy bunnies. After exploring for a bit, they settled in for a nap.

Cozy, sleepy bunny brothers (Digger, Ginger and Sandie)

Sundays are made for naps in the sun...

Bunny Sunday

Hey, move over and let me in! Nothing like a snack of alfalfa...Bully: "But really, could you please get that camera out of my face?"

Ginger: "Yeah, what Bully said."
Diggy: "But first could you bring us just a little more?"Sure Diggy, anything your little heart desires.

It's tough being a bunny slave.