“The more one does the more mistakes that can be and often are made.”

Nobody wants to make errors and most do their best to prevent them. Continue reading →

“Free delivery twice daily. Call 410.”

That was the inscription on the delivery wagon, newspaper ads and order pads. Continue reading →

“This is turning back the pages of time.”

It’s considerably different, yet all of the recent heath and economic issues have a certain semblance of days gone by. Continue reading →

“Get up, give up, do something and be thankful for all there is.”

What a confusing seemingly contradicting statement. Yet it’s the simple accurate description for this season among those of strong faith. Continue reading →

“The first ride is the most important one.”

Such philosophy is profound among those who’ve worked with young horses. That initial mount is often reflected in later life whether positive or undesirable. Horses are very smart creatures, much more so than most handlers it seems. Continue reading →

“Babies having babies require even more extra care.”

Such a comment is not completely factual but strong semblance all concerns considered. Continue reading →

“How’s calving going this winter?”

Those unfamiliar with birthing calves out of stock cows likely don’t understand that question. Continue reading →

“You need to do a story about Bill’s cowherd; he has a 104 percent calf crop this year.”

Nearly 40 years ago another horse breeder friend stopped by and commented about his Chase County neighbor rancher’s cattle operation. Continue reading →

“Put him out to pasture when his work is done.”

It’s a common view about old horses and sadly sometimes similar opinion of retirement age people.    Continue reading →

“Certain people have a definite lifetime positive impact on others.”

Faye “Peck” Heath was one of those who had such an influence on so many through the decades. Continue reading →