The fields at the barn, like fields everywhere in Texas right now, burgeon with colors. I tried taking pictures of all the different wildflowers while grazing Eli on Sunday evening. I can identify some, but not all. If you are looking for a deeper dig into wildflowers here, may I suggest the plant lists of … Continue reading Fields of Wildflowers
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Minor Setbacks
Ahhh ... context. Because analyzing situations in a vacuum may lead to misconceptions. I've got three minor setbacks to go over today that would actually look a lot more than minor if it weren't for the circumstances surrounding them. I had to remind myself of such circumstances to keep from questioning my decisions. The first … Continue reading Minor Setbacks
Winter Eli and Work Pants
When I have been able to ride Eli, he has been tense and reactive. Although to be honest, it's mostly from not being able to ride him very much due to, you guessed it, weather and work. This is typical Winter Eli. Yesterday evening, Winter Eli was in full force. The drizzle wasn't helping. Started … Continue reading Winter Eli and Work Pants
Holiday Reading List
Not so strangely enough, I am an avid reader. However, I do SO MUCH reading at work that pleasure reading has been winnowed down to reading half a page in bed before passing out and losing my place. But then I had SEVEN days off in a row! Don't worry, I still haven't finished anything … Continue reading Holiday Reading List
Thankful for …
Food. And a lot of it! Not going to lie, I over-ate for the entire long weekend. I have no regrets. But mostly I am thankful that this turkey did not seem to do additional damage after his unplanned escape from the round pen. I am sure he will find more creative ways to ding … Continue reading Thankful for …
Lock Out
On Friday, it was barn vaccination day, so the horses were not ridden. I took Eli on a hand walk. I don't think he minded just grooming and grazing. On Saturday, all of the horses had a bit of that post-vaccination malaise. I walked Eli under saddle and trotted a few steps to see how … Continue reading Lock Out
Can’t Stop Scrolling
Admittedly, I am an Instagram addict. I find all kinds of worthwhile things via Instagram. Some of what's caught my eye this week ... An all navy Palo Alto long sleeve top? Um. Yes. This post even makes me want to wear white breeches just for fun. Weird. I avidly follow Scott Brash. He … Continue reading Can’t Stop Scrolling
Weenie Wednesday: Wheels
Unplanned pit stop this morning ... Hopefully this will not take all day!
Weekend Project: Cleaning out the Storage
The weekend kicked off with Italian food at a local chain, Mandola's. I hadn't realized it was a similar set up to La Madeleine, where you wait in line to order and get a number. The restaurant was very family-oriented, too. I can recommend the food, but not the atmosphere if you prefer a more … Continue reading Weekend Project: Cleaning out the Storage
Missed It Monday
I had plans to ride Eli last night ... until a dump truck spilled its load across I-35 ... right at the exit I take to get to the barn ... While this is beyond my control, it does not alleviate the guilt I feel when I can't get out to see Eli, whether to … Continue reading Missed It Monday
