da ball

Styx and Louie love toys. This cloth covered ball is a perfect example.

“Hey yous, wanna play?”

You will notice how Louie can talk with his mouth full!

Having trouble fitting through the gate, we heard Styx say, “I say there old chap, I have a distinct height advantage. I shall lift it.” “Nah, I got dis.”

They carried that silly ball for hours, all over the pasture much to our delight. With each move they made, they looked back at us to make sure we were still paying attention. And then returned, both just as proud as punch, with Louie posing as the headless donkey.

Of course, we had to celebrate their ball handling skills with praise and affection.

As Auntie Carol congratulated them, they both blushed.

I even got a lip caress from Mr. Tough Guy.

With all our overt displays of affection, the boys had had enough. They dismissed us and retrieved a halter and lead rope and an idea for a new game. Who knew a donkey could be so loaded with personality and be so playful?