Mara B and I shared a hot afternoon visit today and it was all about water in its many forms. Condensation on the cement floors in the barn, heavy moisture in the air and we were both sweating. No one was around, fans were running, and cats were sleeping. We relaxed together, I sat on…
Category: Horsesheal
Opposite Directions & Variable Speeds
Mara B and I rode off shortly after seeing Elizabeth and her mount ride off in the opposite direction this morning. Mara B and I walked along observing the common Wisconsin Wildflower ‘Dame’s Rocket’ everywhere, along the edge of the woods and road, and enjoyed its delicate beauty.  Then before we knew it, Elizabeth…
Bo and a Killdeer
Mara B and I met up with Bo on our ride this afternoon, he was already ‘out’ exploring so when we rode into his territory he simply joined up with us! I really like having Bo along on our trail rides, he’s in and out of the woods, today he chased a deer then came…
Pepper and the Dirt Bike
Mara B and I were off on a low key easy late afternoon ride when on our return trip home we met up with Pepper and her owner Mackenzie. They had previously boarded at River Brink, and that’s how I know them. Nice to see those two and to chat for a minute, then we…
In & Asphalt
After the rain, Mara B and her paddock pals are back in slop. When I rounded the corner to greet her, I could see her reflection in the ‘paddock pond’ that should not be there. We embraced riding ‘in’ again this afternoon and really enjoyed our trot time before heading outside. We stayed on the…