It was a rainy day in May of 2021 when we arrived for lunch with Susie and a visit with the donks. They were obviously thriving and happy in their new gorgeous digs. I decided to be the record keeper as Carol went to apply love to Styx and Louie. I couldn’t hear their voices, … Continue reading Da Boys – chapter 14 – da last
Category: Animal Companions
Out takes and memories
Change is the nature of the Universe. It was with heavy hearts that Carol and I bid farewell to Styx and Louie. The last we saw they were safely ensconced in the Gold Box with their little knapsacks packed heading with Susie to their new home in southern Colorado. We offer our gratitude for all … Continue reading Out takes and memories
snow day*
Every kid loves a Snow Day. The school closes, the busses don’t run, and they are free to play on the fresh white hills. The donks are no different. After a snowy night spent in a warm barn, when Carol opens the doors after breakfast-out they go! Her horse, RP, joined them for a good … Continue reading snow day*
winter coats
Susie and Carol are excellent horsekeepers. When winter comes, they pull out the blankets to protect their horses from the chill and wet snow. Styx and Louie arrived in the summer so as temperatures began to drop, they went shopping for coats for the boys. Stars for the tough guy and a solid for the … Continue reading winter coats
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 … Continue reading da ball
Holiday decorations
As the winter holidays approached, we wanted to decorate something. In Colorado we rarely have a lovely background of snow-covered trees, fences or pastures in December. However, we wanted holiday pictures with the donks, so, Carol and I decided to decorate them! It was probably a ‘first’ for the boys and we had no idea … Continue reading Holiday decorations
Movement & my horse
As I inch toward higher end of the septuagenarian box, the aging of my physical body has become more apparent. My joints ache, arthritis has crept into my feet and my balance is pitiful! I sound like the old people I grew up around! I used to call their complaints an “organ recital.” My generation … Continue reading Movement & my horse
Halcyon
Adjective – characterized by happiness, great success and prosperity. This story involves the most important part of the horse. As old cowboys say, “No hoof – no horse.” In the wild, horses roam freely over the earth and wear down their hooves naturally. When we domesticated them, we extended their life span yet also removed … Continue reading Halcyon
