Not exactly on topic, but I LOVE how this new forum format handles photos! Those are all just beautiful shots, and being able to view them in the post is amazing. The last one with your mom and daughter makes me feel like I’m sitting at the table with them.
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@PamnReba…I have to admit, I totally agree. I had to go to the tech/FAQ to realize how to add/post photos ( the ‘up’ arrow sign!) but was so pleased how much better they posted than in the older format!
I hope this link will work for the recipe:
be sure to have parchment paper, and follow instructions in how to handle dough…we always chill the dough portions after the standing at room temp for 2 hrs. sometimes overnight or for a couple days…seems to be manipulated better.
also: read thru the hints—most especially in dough handling . We like the fact they’re more ‘gingery’ than some so we don’t alter ingredient amounts.
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This thread just made my entire day. Thank you so much for sharing! I love your annual Christmas herd, the story behind it, and of course all of the accompanying photos!!
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Thank you for the recipe! If I make some I’ll be sure to post photos, thanks for the inspiration!
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git it girl! and have fun. 
This thread is my Hallmark Moment 
@RMJacobs can be your houseguest.
I apply for a place in the barn.
With Bugs, my mini, who says to tell Demi “How you doin’, gawjuss?”
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@ayrabz 
“Havoc” is his middle name. 
Through ALL fault of my own 
He now considers it his right to enter the barn with me, through the service door.
Then meander over to the stacked hay & riffle through the opened bale, while the Big Guys have to observe this Privileged Behavior from inside their stalls.
Mea Culpa 
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oh what fun they would have! that four letter word thing is real.
but in one of her sweeter moments, here is Demi and Grandma…(Demi’s color is obviously purple…this purple halter has crowns on it and says ‘Her Highness’…
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Bugs has a color too: Mud
I’m thinking the 2 of them would be like nuclear fission 
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Bugs…Mud… new nickname! Mudbug! (and yes, they would be indeed)
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Around here, mudbugs are a fresh water crayfish.
It is also my old horse when we have some moisture, like we did last night.
He was Mudbug this morning.
me thinks we ALL have a Mudbug or two!
Thank you for the inspiration! I made my own (much simpler) herd, I am sure my barn mates will like them! I used the recipe you linked, though I did up the spice and added crystallized ginger (I like them spicy)I used a simple royal icing recipe, and left off sprinkles, mainly due to lack of time and it was only me decorating. I can see, in a better time, what a fun family/friend activity this would be. Thank you for sharing your original herd!
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Hard to pick from all those beauties, each with their own personality shining bright.
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Irish!!! your herd is AMAZING. SOOOOO classic and professional. I’m very humbled our herd was an inspiration in any way. Merriest of Christmases to you!
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