I call them the Gang Of Four. They will all be shorn during the Bedlam Farm Open House on Columbus Day Weekend, here at the farm. These four are a formidable presence here now, they are almost always together, but have joined the flock and generally stick with it.

Red has them in hand, although they are grumpy and independent. Imperious would be a good word. When I approach with my camera, they all stand and stare at me, as if daring me to make trouble. They don’t even bother to glare at Fate, they just ignore here. And their wool is amazing.