“The health of the eye seems to demand a horizon. We are never tired, so long as we can see far enough.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nature
Clever Mare
Disrupt, interfere, impede. This is what she does. “The fact that the lower animals are excited by the same emotions as ourselves is so well established, that it […]
Then She Was Gone
A handful of blizzard snow and black as a high-noon shadow. Horses evoke such poetry, even a common horse has the potential to shine in moments of spirited […]
Narrowly Escaping a Bad Ending
I was surprised this meandering mare even noticed this passing tarantula. She briefly lipped the spider, and passed over it, probably narrowly avoiding a painful bite. Once cast […]
Change How You Feel
Even in small doses, nature changes how we feel. When was the last time you went outside and did something you remember?
The Old and the Young, Alike
Mature horses filled with youthful behaviors and an old, old mare who manages her energy all live together within That Herd.
The Standoff
A previous blog post or two has mentioned this unusual event but I have not shared this image yet. In the first hours after giving birth, a new […]
Be Somewhere Wild
Observing the morning light first touching the day, cold and golden, degree by degree, is the most amazing rejuvenation. A day that looms, full of mindless obligations or […]
Gentlemanly
This time, with a timid mare, the stallion takes a gentle approach, coaxing her attention with quiet nuzzling. This behavior stands out in comparison to rowdy interactions that […]
Shine Your Light, Bay Mare
“The greater part of our happiness or misery depends upon our dispositions, and not upon our circumstances.” —Martha Washington
Inseparable Trio
Considering that there was no affiliation or loyalty between these two mares before the older mare gave birth this year, it is a wonder that the young paint […]
Grandma Turns Opportunist
A newborn foal rests under the protection of an old mare. The first-time mother of this foal was distracted by discomfort associated with the birth so the old […]
Quiet Negotiations
Interactions between mares and stallions are surprisingly varied. While some meetings are boisterous, squalling, dust-raising, kicking and pawing affairs, others are gentler, less obvious and barely noticeable. Often, […]
You Go, Girl!
Just look at the buoyancy and light-hearted spirit in this very pregnant mare! With her eyes lit up and her positive disposition, she is a sight to behold.
Night Was Arranging Herself Around Us
” … the redness had seeped from the day and night was arranging herself around us. Cooling things down, staining and dyeing the evening purple and blue black.” […]
Keeping a Wary Eye
This mare appears unconvinced that my presence is nothing to be alarmed about even though she has watched me observe her many times.
Mellow
The expression on a horse’s face is an indicator of their mindset. This beautiful young mare is in a happy place inside and out.
Misty Meeting
The face of acceptance; the softness in her face shows no anxiety about my being there.