Zach Zumstein did the auctioneering for our auctions while we were there. He also did the 'announcing' that our wedding was about to start. Have you heard of Buck Brannaman? If you haven't, I'm sure you've heard of the movie/book "The Horse Whisperer" ? Buck is who the "Horse Whisperer" is modeled after. And in the last year,...

See you all in a few days. We are packed (wondering what is forgotten) Weather is cooperating. You all play nice! Would someone consider paying my speeding ticket my truck insisted on getting today while I was in far too much of a hurry to have to stop for such a thing! Thank you in advance!...

She ain't what she used to.... ain't what she used to be. This is in all likelihood, going to be the last resting place of my old mare. We have a close eye on her, and I'll end it before she suffers. Though I imagine my heart ache will be felt statewide/country wide. I dread the day...

This is going to be nearly my last blog for a few days. I work 2 days this week, then we are off to Las Vegas for http://alegacyoflegends.com It starts on Friday, and we are taking horses up on Wednesday, setting everything up on Thursday. And I'll be photographing to my Heart's content during the event. This is a 'tribute' to Ray Hunt, and I'm honored/proud to be a part of it. We are driving up with Carolyn, Ray's wife, taking a horse for Jaton, Ray's Grandson...

Some of you bloggers who came to the meeting, saw part of the construction. It was dark when you got here, so here is what you couldn't see outside. We've been doing a lot ...and it turned into more. One thing led to another, and we've learned how to do soooo much more than we planned. And we are not above using Child Labor!...

We are lucky enough to have some AWESOME working dogs. They're all black and white, 'except for Scout, who shows up later. Below with LOTS of white is Macys. She is named after the store Macys, well, because I like Macys! She is a super sweet female who is pretty much just a pet. ...

Sometimes in the evenings, I think, "I should blog" and give something different to think about. You know, other than the stuff that can be so aggravating. All I have to do is look in my computer at the folders of my photos, and I'm inspired. Some I can't share, cuz I sell them, and so, they aren't mine. But ........

This is a picture you've seen many many times, if you are over 17 or so. Trust me, you've seen it. I should classify that. You've seen this, if you've been in Idaho very long. Where have YOU seen it? I'm very excited about having seen this. I hope you'll guess it, but not too soon.......

I hope you do too! In one way/shape or form, just about everything I do, is for our Grandkids. What kind of America will they have to grow up in? Dr. David Barton - on ObamaRespect the Office? Yes.Respect the Man in the Office? No, I am sorry to say.I have noted that many elected officials, both Democrats and Republicans, called upon America to unite behind Obama.Well, I want to make it clear to all who will listen that I AM NOT uniting behind Obama !I will respect the Office which he holds, and I will acknowledge his abilities as an orator and wordsmith and pray for him, BUT that is it.I have begun today to see what I can do to make sure that he is a one-term President ! Why am I doing this ?It is because:- I do not share Obama's vision or value system for America;- I do not share his Abortion beliefs;- I do not share his radical Marxist's concept of re-distributing wealth;- I do not share his stated views on raising taxes on those who make $150,000+ (the ceiling has been changed three times since August);- I do not share his view that America is Arrogant;- I do not share his view that America is not a Christian Nation;- I do not share his view that the military should be reduced by 25%;- I do not share his view of amnesty and giving more to illegals than our American Citizens who need help;- I do not share his views on homosexuality and his definition of marriage;- I do not share his views that Radical Islam is our friend and Israel is our enemy who should give up any land;- I do not share his spiritual beliefs (at least the ones he has made public);- I do not share his beliefs on how to re-work the healthcare system in America ;- I do not share his Strategic views of the Middle East ; and- I certainly do not share his plan to sit down with terrorist regimes such as Iran.Bottom line: my America is vastly different from Obama's, and I have a higher obligation to my Country and my GOD to do what is Right !For eight (8) years, the Liberals in our Society, led by numerous entertainers who would have no platform and no real credibility but for their celebrity status, have attacked President Bush, his family, and his spiritual beliefs ! They have not moved toward the center in their beliefs and their philosophies, and they never came together nor compromised their personal beliefs for the betterment of our Country!They have portrayed my America as a land where everything is tolerated except being intolerant !They have been a vocal and irreverent minority for years !They have mocked and attacked the very core values so important to the founding and growth of our Country !They have made every effort to remove the name of GOD or Jesus Christ from our Society !They have challenged capital punishment, the right to bear firearms, and the most basic principles of our criminal code ! They have attacked one of the most fundamental of all Freedoms, the right of free speech ! Unite behind Obama? Never ! ! !I am sure many of you who read this think that I am going overboard, but I refuse to retreat one more inch in favor of those whom I believe are the embodiment of Evil!PRESIDENT BUSH made many mistakes during his Presidency, and I am not sure how history will judge him. ...

My Sister visits, and finds out that though I say I've been working, Life is just fun See the similarity? Though she definitely looks more civilized than I. The Wildlife cooperated as usual, and I got to show her around. Wayne's sister came to visit, with husband and friend. THAT was a fun day on the lake that I think maybe I mentioned once or so...

I've had a great last couple years. Tiring.... oh so exhausting, and I want to do it again! Fun, oh so fun.... never to be forgotten. I've been lucky enough to photo journalize it, and you've seen some of it, but I feel like briefly summarizing it...

After breakfast, we went home so that I could prepare the Turkey, Stuffing and Gravy. Jess was hosting again, so she was doing the majority of the work, and a ham. Mom and Dad bring Mashed Potatoes, and I cook the turkey. There is nothing wrong with smelling turkey cooking in your house on Christmas day. Along with a little snooze, and life is GREAT!...

Somewhere along the line, 20ish years ago, I started having "Christmas Breakfast" I'd make breakfast casseroles the night before, to pop into the oven on Christmas morning. Then the kids would get up, and they'd do all the whoopin and hollerin' while ripping open brightly colored gifts. You know, the gifts that were so painstakingly wrapped with care?...

I know, I know, I'm late, but you know how I love to share photos. I have heard the clamoring for photos via the silence, so I know that was you. I think. Maybe I just think so, but, I've said it before, it's MY World....so basically, I make up the story...

Remember the snow we had awhile ago? Well.... when it was coming down, my horses got to playing and frolicking around our home field. (I love the word 'frolick') Naturally, I grabbed my camera to go out and play with them! You see, I'm still a child at heart, and I plan to stay that way. Any of my family and friends are welcome and encouraged to come along. Trust me it's worth it...

How is this possible? How old does that make me? Hmmm... Actually, I don't mind, mostly. I'm 50. Evan was an early Birthday Present. He was born on Dec 1, 1982. I was in labor the end of November, but he was stubborn and didn't want to show til December...

Thats all Jessie

"Woman without her man is nothing"

Joys will come to you/back to you. Some small, some so immense they will take your breath away. Some that you think would be great, will be less. Then something will come along so slight, and give you the greatest hope for more. You will be able to look at it, and see for the first time thru your own eyes, that "this" is something to live for. ...

Monday was very cold, if you remember. We had a Bonfire planned... and I wondered if we would have "No Shows" I should have known those that like to have fun wouldn't let me down! We did our normal Monday riding lesson. By the end of the lesson, the girls were just about rattling our of their skin...