Yesterday, Monday, the Missouri July heat returned, but Fred arrived to shoe the horses without complaint. We always look forward to Fred’s visits, for laughs and stimulating conversations, along with his shoeing prowess. Often, he brings interesting news, and we were hoping for stories of riding the Nebraska Sand Hills, which had been planned. Unfortunately, […]

Our prayers and rain dances were finally answered at the very end of June, after a parched month. We had half an inch of gentle rain Friday night. Yesterday, Saturday, was still hot, and we still needed more rain. Storms arrived midday and the heavens opened. We had six inches of rain, and it was

No chance to rest on accolades, but we are grateful for the many kind words after Harry’s recognition, as life careens along. We have had human visitors, in addition to avian guests (and some rodents and other creatures). Daughter Anne came bearing gifts of socks that she knitted for us, her Father’s Day visit postponed

A day late, here is a summary of Harry’s big celebration yesterday, as he became enshrined on the St. Louis Walk of Fame in the Delmar Loop. He is in fascinating company, people with St. Louis roots who have had national impact on cultural heritage. Harry and Steve grew up in University City (the suburb