Hello to all. Its been quiet lately! I guess the weather and business of the holidays is setting in. We have had a tough couple months recently with the loss of two beloved pets. For those of you who knew our wonderful ambassador of goose goodwill, ‘GooseGoose’, I am heartbroken to say she was lost to a mountain lion last month. It was a brutal reminder that living amongst the beauty of wilderness has its dark side. Yet, despite my absolute heartbreak at losing my goose shaped shadow, when I heard that some of the local ranchers are actively hunting this lion, I instinctively defended its right to live here too.  Its caused my heart an inner conflict for sure.

GooseGoose and Duck

On a prettier note, we had a nice layer of snow this week, first time we’ve seen it stick here in Burson.  

I hope that as we snuggle in for the winter ahead,  some of you will be inspired to share your stories here.  I am happy to post answers to questions you submit.    Cindy?? Your journey with Socrates would be a great subject, as would your experiences with Ruby in a new place.  And, Donna and Sunny-many people have told me how much they love to read your adventures together- its like being a part of a journey.

Next year, I will be having another Adult Horse camp here at the ranch.  The dates will be sometime in May.  If you are interested, let me know early.  It promises to be good fun!  Sort of a HorseSpeak immersion program!

Well, I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season.   Please keep in touch.

With gratitude, Marybeth