🍼 Bellies Full of Promise: Hopeful Glances at What’s to Come

Late September, 2025

It’s that electric hush-before-the-storm time in the Grove again—the kind where you find yourself leaning in closer to every pouch bump, trying to guess the future based on the shape of a lump.

We’ve got two new sets of joeys expected soon, and let’s just say the excitement is real.

🌲 The Kerrs Are Full of Surprises

Dave and Sue, our beautiful Kerr pair, are known for throwing curveballs. These two are experienced parents, and while they’ve produced joeys for us before, this time we’re seeing something new—they’re carrying twins.

When we mentioned this to Sue’s previous owner, her reaction said it all: total shock. Apparently, Sue had never had twins before. And, oddly enough, the Kerrs had also never produced a standard gray... until the last litter.

It’s a reminder that even with experienced parents, glider genetics love to keep you guessing.

With both of these little ones still tucked in pouch, we have no idea what’s coming. Are they going to surprise us with new traits? Repeat the standard gray combo? Toss in a ringtail for flair? It’s anyone’s guess—but we’re watching closely and waiting patiently.

🌟 The Starlings’ First Joey Ever

Just a week behind the Kerrs, our Starling pair—Dusty and Dottie—are first-time parents, and we’re thrilled to be part of this milestone with them. Both parents are mosaic gliders, and this joey is their very first.

We’re being cautiously optimistic here. With strong lineage and beautiful markings on both parents, we’re hoping their joey brings something special to the Grove—whether visually striking, temperamentally unique, or both. But more than anything, we just want this first-time family to have a smooth and healthy experience.

⏳ Still in the Pouch, Still in the Dark

As of now, all we know is that both moms have obvious lumps, and everything seems to be progressing normally. No signs of stress, no pouch issues—just quiet growth happening behind the scenes.

We haven’t peeked, prodded, or pushed. We're letting the moms do what they do best, and we're preparing quietly in the background. After all, the best kind of anticipation is the one that grows slowly, heartbeat by heartbeat.

🐾 Looking Ahead

It’s been a whirlwind year for the Grove. From unintentional beginnings (we’re looking at you, Mini and Benji) to fully lineaged, intentional pairings with the Kerrs and Starlings, it’s starting to feel like the rhythm of the Grove is falling into place.

We’re learning, growing, and always adapting—but one thing hasn’t changed: every joey born here is a miracle, and every new arrival brings with it another thread in the ever-expanding story of Mountain Grove.

Stay tuned—things are about to get adorable. 🌿

🖋️ —The Grove Keepers (with Fable Quillvine, Archivist of the Grove)