The Mother-In-Laws

Martha & Ruth were named after their owners' moms, in other words, The Mother-In-Laws.  I think this photograph reflects their relationship.  They're an affectionate pair & love having the kind of  company who has time for a good visit.  They follow me around while I'm doing chores.  Every so often, they gently butt which means a good rub on the back is desired.

Whats really cool is how they like my cooking which is more than I can say for my own family.  Martha & Ruth are right there, watching what I put together and eagerly eat when its ready.  Granted their food is plain meal & grain, I guess the combination is just what they like.

Like horses, their stall needs to be mucked down daily and shaved chips spread afterwards.  Their manure is pellet-like, similar to those of rabbits, deer, and alpacas which makes for easy clean-up.

Martha & Ruth have me convinced that reincarnation is possible.  They remind me of my grandmothers especially when I prepare to leave.  Martha in front, Ruth is behind and both are watching, saying good-bye.

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"A Horse, A Horse...,

There are mornings when I must be out the door by 6:30.  This means I have to rise in time to shower, brush my teeth, dress, and have breakfast.  Some of those days I grab apples and carrots and eagerly anticipate a drive on country roads.  Since the sun is not quite up above the horizon, I take my time & watch for deer and farmers on tractors crossing over to their fields.   I look forward to horse barn visits.  There is preliminary preparation involved and I know the owners appreciate the efforts I've take so they can confidently enjoy their time away.

One place I visit has a sweetheart of a gelding named Kirby.  Kirby is 21 years old and full of one horse-power.  He prefers carrots over apples before his face mask is placed and brushing can only occur when he is munching hay in his pasture.  After Kirby is set up for the day I muck the stall, spread clean shavings and wheel-barrow the manure out-back.  I make sure his water bucket and trough are full. I make a point of staying for a visit as horses are herd animals.  Being alone isn't what they were meant for.

Before sundown, I return and make sure Kirby is back in his stall.  I visit and say goodnight.

Horses are work.  Still, I do understand..., "My Kingdom For A Horse".

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The Three Seniors

In 2001, a four year old Golden Retriever joined Joe's family.  His name is Harry.  2005 heralded the arrival of Kali, a 4 year old White Standard Poodle. Their first families had to have been wonderful as these two dogs brought light, laughter & love into their forever family's lives.  Harry & Kali are shining examples of adult dog adoption.

Today, Harry is around 13 and Kali close to 12.  Joe is hitting his upper fifties.  The three take twice daily walks, ranging from 4 to 8 miles total.  Their favorite hikes are:  Leigh High Trail and The Erie Canal Path.  

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