California Dreamin, On Such A Winter's Day

January 28th and the planets aligned to gift us a perfect riding day. 7 riders covered over 8 miles in 3 hours time, through the prettiest forest and river frontage, deep snow, stream crossings, open trails and bushwacking. Chief had a blast and has come into his own, developed confidence and become a partner with me. We might still get blizzards yet this winter, but todays ride will stand out as a top 10 day.

12/10/2010 - Stole a Ride

On one of the last warm days for awhile, I saddled Chief and headed down the trail. Fleece breeches kept me warm even as a front moved in from the north. Our ride took us around the south section, cantered down the road for a bit and headed into the deep CRP field. Never saw the big buck that jumped up in front of the Mare, but a flock of turkeys had the Gelding staring real hard at the woods. Storm front arrived overnight with wind & blowing snow.:(

The Rock

The new bird bldg has been named "The Rock", because of it's sturdy construction. It's replaced the fruit cellar as the new storm shelter. Birds are moved in and are comfy, cozy & warm. This garden chair was built for me to take a rest on, after chores. All I need is a cup of coffee.

American Cowgirl

American Cowgirl

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American Cowgirl is the story of the women who helped shape the American West. This trailer features Connie Reeves, who at 101 years old was still riding her horse every day.To see more about this project go to www.americancowgirl.com/blog..

Warm 2010 Autumn

Fall 2010

Quackers

Newest resident, a pet duck released on a local lake & relocated here before the bitter weather arrives.

Snug as a Bug

The Bird Building is very close to completion ! Combining high R factor insulation, plastic vapor barrier, 3/4" plywood, top end siding with styrofoam backing with a forced air heater, temps will be very comfortable for the birds this winter.

Changling

Mid-summer I discovered this little fellow crawling across the greenhouse floor, blind, helpless but determined to get "somewhere". Our females adopted him and he has thrived, even tho he dis-appeared for a week. He has gone from almost white, to grey and now black with white guard hairs and one white toe ! And he has funny white tufts on his ears. In one picture he is quite miffed at being held and promptly bit me !

Aviary / Greenhouse, Roof is on !

09/02/2010 Summer's Winding Down

Doesn't Get Any Better - MO 2010

TableRock 2010

Never a Dull Moment

Last week new kitten in the greenhouse, yesterday just-hatched chicks in the woods, today grooming the arena and this fellow was behind me in the sun. Amazing, life does find a way.

Imagine Our Suprise !

When a hot air balloon floated right over, then landed on our place. What was a peaceful Sunday evening, changed quickly to a flurry of chase cars with their equiptment pulling in and tethering up to the basket, walking the couple from Ireland over a barb wire fence. Safely on the ground they celebrated with champayne.
The horses grew tall and eyeballed the huge invader and snorted when they fired the burners.

Amazing June Storms

The Clouds last night had an eerie yellow, pink & blue cast before a long line of storms rolled thru. Carbon copy repeat again this morning. Sunny mornings & stormy afternoons. Only in Nebraska ! Flooding, hail, thunderstorms everyday, almost 10' of rain in the last 2 weeks. We're mowing twice a week and all the flowers are beautiful !

Evening June Rides

Riding at dusk this week has it's perks. Cool temps, no bugs, relaxed rein & lots of wildlife. Almost 5' of rain has filled the ditches and made a great playground for cooling off & blowing bubbles. Having a lot of fun, safe rides.

Moon Over the Garden

Memorial Weekend - 2010. 10:30 p.m. Finishing up another day of construction and we can hear the coyotes coming down off the bluff towards the river, They are calling to each other in the night air. Bats are cruising the farm light and geese are flying in the dark. Gorgeous moon is rising over the garden and lighting up the evening. Life is good.

Summer is Near

May 25th, 2010 Beautiful Poppies !