The sun came out a bit and it seemed warm at 50 degrees, so we decided it was time to oil up the leather on our saddles and bridles. Of course I couldn't be at Lynn's without going up and finding the horses on the hill. I had forgotten any treats (!) so Lynn grabbed some granola bars and away we went.
They came running as soon as they heard the crinkle of the foil--boy do they know that sound. The boys are so dirty. They are definitely mudboggers--especially Brady. We will have to get the Downey out again this spring to work out his dreads.
Lynn took pictures of the new barn. It is very nice, but hopefully the back panel on both sides will be removed soon. Then it will be safe to move the feed boxes in and start feeding them under cover. It will be nice for them to be able to get out of the weather if they want to.
We enjoyed an afternoon in the clean and organized tack room. We cleaned and oiled all our equipment we currently use. Next is to do the old saddles and tack so they will be preserved as well.
Since we can't ride, we have been reading a lot of Trail Rider magazine. The newest edition hadn't arrived, so Lynn took to reading old copies. She brought me a July/Aug 2005 article by Kent and Charlene Krone. They get to do some of the coolest rides and then write about them (I could do that!). Well this particular one was in the wilderness of Canada. I totally enjoyed the article, but had to call Lynn and admit that I would be too scared to do this type of ride. She is fearless! However, being alone with grizzlies and deep, swift, glacial rivers make me nervous. I want a guide along who is armed and whose job it is to protect me. Someone who knows the easy places to cross the river and who keeps me and my horse safe.
I know I keep saying it but, I mean it! I like car camping, Lynn! I like my creature comforts. Most of all, although I love horses, riding, and camping--I am a town girl!
**pics too slow to finish uploading--so only silly ones of me are in the album. I'll get the barn pics in tonight. ****Pics are up! (Sat. 1/9)
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