Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Assistance Always Makes A Difference

“I just have to have some help.” That was the urgent holler as the back door swung open with additional pressure from shrill winter wind as the cow manager burst inside from a nighttime check of first calf heifers.

Old-Fashioned Buttons Might Have Their Benefits

Buttons were made for security. Although we haven’t done our homework, certainly for centuries, people have used buttons to secure garments. There have been button-down shirts, skirts, slacks, boots and more. Every size, shape, color and description of button imaginable have been used.

Internal Dialogue Of Horse And Rider Is Key To A Successful Ride

As the music came on the microphone, Aaron Ralston loped into the arena on his bridle less horse, circled both directions at various speeds, occasionally clapping his hands and asking the crowd to join in, before spinning both directions, coming to a sliding stop for which he is most famous, and then backing his mount […]

Concern For Another Essential Even Today

“You go home now, so you don’t get stranded on the highway.” During recent storms, our bosses have made that congenial and appreciated order to us several times. On a couple occasions, we’ve even received a call before we left for work: “Don’t come in today. It’s too dangerous to be out in these treacherous […]

Showmanship Is The Art Of Exhibiting A Horse

Many horse-loving-youngsters don’t have the prettiest horse. Yet, their appreciation and hard work for their horses often surpass those who have better conformation animals. There was a need to recognize these young horsemen for their dedicated ability, according to Andrea Simons during the International Equine Judges Seminar in Oklahoma City.

Frozen Water Is Ice That Will Thaw Sometime

Ice isn’t the same as water. They might be scientifically, but each has individualities, and ice is giving us fits. Water is the most essential of all nutrients for every living thing. However, when thermometers dip to 32, water becomes solid, can create havoc and be inaccessible.