August is nearing its end, but the heat feels endless. Today was another hot day with air that feels like a damp blanket. We had half an inch of rain last night, which made the ring delightful, but the horseflies and the temperature detracted from the nice footing. Susan rousted the old ladies, and we […]
Friday – August 27, 2021 Read More »
The news from Afghanistan is so harrowing that it is difficult to ramble on about life around here. Still, perhaps this provides a distraction, and there is little we can do from here. Perhaps the Amish have something, in not listening to news about a world that is apart from their community. Anyway, here at
Stormy Thursday – August 26, 2021 Read More »
Another really hot day, but we started with a pleasant ride. Susan thought Oisin looked better than ever after his night wearing his new fly sheet. There was a good omen after our ride – a familiar turtle ambled through the grass – this one was last photographed in June. Harlan did his usual magnificent
Houseguests – Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Read More »
The week was off to an early start this morning, when the promised concrete work crew arrived before 6 AM to get ahead of the heat. They were impressive, accomplishing two areas of concrete and spreading leftover rock on the driveway circle, making a big improvement here before midday. It was truly brutal heat, but
Concrete – Monday, August 23, 2021 Read More »
Well, Jane and I did get back into the show ring today. After a short night’s sleep, we were up and off to the NEC at 6:30 this morning. The magnificent yellow orange full moon that had risen as I returned last night, was just dropping behind the western trees as I walked to the
The Kirkwood Show – Sunday, August 22, 2021 Read More »