Like an uncut gem, this colt brings lots of clunky character to That Herd. His mother is a gem herself and together they are irresistible.
Lesson Learned
Once in a while there are herd-mates among the mares and foals and they don’t always appreciate their youthful attention. The schooling of the youngsters occurs with good […]
Ten Miles of Bad Road
In a more polished moment she looks rather delicate, nonetheless, she can be a real wack job. Not only does she take after her independent mother but she […]
Graceful Success, Luck, and Barely Skimming By
Every mother, no matter what species, no matter maiden or veteran, has the burden and gift of either extreme fierceness in the face of dreadful odds or crushing […]
Gift Horse
This gelding thinks his been gifted a band of mares for his very own. Sadly, these beauties are heavy in foal and this is as close as he […]
Until Now
There is an older saddle horse that roams with the mares. I have never seen the mares accept him or interact with him unless it’s to chase him […]
Warning Face
This mare has had a foal every year for many years. This is her first bay colored foal. Day one for this colt started foggy and wet in […]
Their Journey
In celebration of the journey of a mare with her foal. Whether it is a mare with her first baby or her fifteenth, may their days be trouble-free. […]
Full Attention
I wondered what was inspiring the snorting and animation in this cherished mare. She’s always amusing me with her bright expressions and amiable manner. One this occasion, she […]
Attempted Maternal Coup
Early on a March morning I was fortunate to be in the right place at the right time. Two mares had given birth a couple hours previous to […]
We Are the Champions
A graceful champion does not put on airs, she does not demand special treatment or crave supremacy. He comports herself with the utmost dignity, has benevolence, and sophistication. […]
Prickly Pear
” … I am in a thousand winds that blow, I am the softly falling snow, I am the gentle showers of rain, I am the fields of […]
One Tough Cookie
The seeds of Milk Thistle have been used to support the growth of new liver cells and aid in the health of the liver, kidneys, and other […]
Occupation: Motherhood
Birth is not only about making babies, but about making mothers as well. New mothers and old mothers contend with birthing risks; in older mares […]
Patiently Carrying Their Heavy Load
Blessed Are the Broodmares Blessed are the broodmares in the field, Patiently carrying their heavy load Without complaint waiting for the big day, When they, without a sound, […]
Going Her Own Way
“Nature goes her own way, and all that to us seems an exception is really according to order.” –Geothe
Spooning
After lots of rain I saw many horses napping in the sunshine. This sight, however, was a surprise. I’ve not seen mature horses lie down together so closely […]
Ladies-In-Waiting
The most correct definition of ladies-in-waiting has nothing to do with being pregnant, but it suits this image. All of the mares in this image should have a […]