It was very cold last night, so what melting there had been, froze and became more unpleasant than ever. I could not lock the horses into the paddocks, as the frozen mud was too awful, so they had another day out in the fields. I was uninspired about photography, since it is pretty much the […]
Saturday – February 19 Read More »
I am tired by this seesaw of a winter, and I think I sounded a bit complaining yesterday about the work of having horses at home. I wanted to emphasize that it is not all that easy, but I failed to point out the benefits, which, of course far outweigh the responsibilities. You can see
Well, it could be worse. I did the barn work in the rain before temperatures dropped this morning, and covered the ramp with tarps just minutes before sleet and ice crystals started pouring out of the sky. Very lucky, indeed. The horses were out with plenty of hay, but it was a miserable day. Harry
More Snow – February 17 Read More »
The day began, after bad weather preparations in the barn, with a trip to St. Louis for delivery of a sculpture. A Bob Gibson was purchased by O’Connell’s Pub – a place where it will be displayed and appreciated. We were treated to lunch at the pub and enjoyed meeting colorful characters there. It was,
Romp – February 16 Read More »
I’ve been away from the blog for a few days, but out of the saddle for a few weeks. Today, at long last, Jane and I were able to ride. It’s a brief delight, with inclement weather, including a winter storm, looming, but today was wonderful, and we feel fortunate. There hasn’t been much to
Back In The Saddle – February 15 Read More »