R.I.P. Pearl

On Monday February 28th Pearl the pony died. Sunday she fell ill, Olivia went to get her from the pasture and she was stumbling and falling over. She just stood with her head almost touching the ground and breathing very hard and shaking. We think she had cushings disease and pnuemonia. She was very loved and will be sorely missed. Olivia had a hard time understanding, she kept asking "What if I go walk her around and feed her, then she'll be ok?" and "She's not buried yet mom so let's go pet her." Sunday Bonnie our dog went missing, so poor Olivia had two of her beloved animals gone. Thankfully I found Bonnie at the animal shelter and she is now home and enjoying all of Olivia's attention and affection. Olivia is definitely learning first hand what it is to be a pet owner. Monday Chad went and bought her 4 baby chicks to take her mind off things. Tuesday morning one was dead. Olivia was sad but got over it pretty quickly.
In addition to the losses we have suffered this week we also have gained 2 horses and the baby chicks, obviously.Chad's new horse) is a 5 year old quarter horse, line back dun. He is a stud and the most docile laid back horse I've ever seen.
My horse is a 7 year old red dun, with a flaxen mane and tail. He is an awesome mover and I can't wait to start him on barrels. (

Wordless Wednesday

Olivia pictures

Last week Mimi (a.k.a.) Kimmie, came to take Olivia's pictures. They turned out great, Kimmie is a wonderful photographer and can do amazing things as far the editing process goes.Thanks Kimmie!

Olivia and Pearl

New year

Happy new year! Last year just flew by! We had a great Christmas, Olivia especially! Now we are 10 days into this new year and we have a new addition to the family. Saturday night we bought Olivia a pony! She is the shaggiest pony I have ever seen, but so sweet! She used to do birthday parties and petting zoos, so she is very tolerant!

Olivia has been calling her "Bonita" and "Pearl", she just can't decide which name she likes better ( I like Pearl). Olivia was so excited, after we bought Pearl, I took Olivia shopping at the tack store. She picked out a bucket and grooming supplies. I have never seen my baby so excited, it was a great time. Pearl is underweight, I think they worked her too much and did not feed enough, but now she is happy as a clam in the pasture at her new home. She never lifts her head from the grass! We are all so happy to have her here. I just wish it was warmer out so we could spend more time with her.
This week the farrier will be out to trim her hooves, as they are grossly long. She will also be getting a make-over this week. She is a little scraggly looking now, but not for long!

Mother's Day Out

Big yawn

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Soccer ball lunch box!

Thursday, September 2, 2010 my baby girl started Mother's Day Out, a.k.a. "school". She was so excited, she let me brush her hair without a fight and even let me put up in a pretty pony tail. After getting ready we loaded up in the truck with her backpack, lunch box, nap mat,school supplies, and away we went. After getting  to the school, and getting her settled I attempted to leave. She figured out what was going on and cried. It made me feel like my heart was being ripped out! But I expected it. I waited around a little bit longer, and after to more attempts to escape, and hearing her yell at the teacher, all was quiet on the western front and I left. It was soooo hard, thankfully my friend Brooke was there (her little boy is in O's class) and she helped me through it. Anyway, I had a nice time that day even though I missed my baby girl! I was so excited to get back and pick her up! She too was so excited to see me, but also told me what a great time she had! Ever since we left the "school" she has begged to go back! She also did her first arts & crafts project. I am so excited for the rest of the semester to see how much she learns and grows being with kids her own age. Tomorrow she goes for her second day; I hope it goes as well if not better than her first day.

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