Many first times

Dustie

Well, as I knew she would, Ivy had her foal while we were gone. I must say I was very disappointed. After studying and preparing for her to foal I was so excited to put my knowledge to use. Seriously you have no idea how many times I woke up in the middle of the night and went down to the barn, just because I had a feeling that she might be having her foal. And that is just the beginning. Anyway... Dustie was a little crazy yesterday when I tried to handle her but after just a short time she has improved so much. It's neat to see her progress in such a short time. I have always enjoyed animals and have loved riding horse's since I was a little girl, but this is amazing. I am able to share something that was very special to my brother Dustin, while doing something that I love. I was told once you start with horses you can never get away. Alcoholics can stop drinking but horses you can never break yourself of. So anyways, here is our sweet Dustie Rose. Hope you enjoy the pics!

Dustie Rose

What's happening on the Ranch

Jasper, Shiek, Princess, Duke, and Ivy

(left to right)

Recently we have made some changes here on the property, Clyde and Max

have found new homes and we now have two other horses.

Princess is a 8yr old sorrel pony that is 12hh. She has a little bit of an attitude but is a smooth ride. I bought her for the kids to gain confidence while riding but I enjoy riding her as well.

This is Duke, Bryant traded Clyde for Duke in addition with cash to get him trained. He is a 5yr old Quarter horse. Great personality and first one to greet you at the gate. He is 15hh and will grow a little more.

Within the next month we will have another arrival. Ivy is due to have a foal any time, we are so excited. Or I should say I am so excited! Wish us luck during the delivery!

The Pie of My Life

Not too long ago I post about the new love of my life and well here it is.

Not only is it great HOT but is is amazing cold.

Peaches N Cream Pie!

You complete me, but don't do much for my diet.

Like Mother Like Daughter

When I was 3 my Grandma and Grandpa Veres took my cousin Nicole and I down to California on a road trip from Oregon. What possessed them to do this is beyond me but Nicole and I had a blast. We had a lot of fun at Disney land, swimming in our Aunts pool, oh and your can't forget shopping. We brought home with us lots of memories, souvenirs, and tons of really cute dresses! What more could we ask for?

How about the chance to share it with my daughter!

Joey is "Smiling" if you couldn't tell.

And Aubrey's nose has something to do with the goats but we're not quite sure

how that played out. :)

No more singing!

As you have heard Joey in now 4 and he had a blast with his 3 day Birthday. Starting on Thursday with a package from Grandma Eyler, followed by a package on Friday from his Great Grandma Veres and cards from Gma&Gpa White, and then ending with a party filled with friends and family on Saturday. It was the best birthday ever, well he did have one complaint... After I sang Happy Birthday to him on Friday morning, any time someone called to sing to him after that he wasn't very happy. "My Mom Already sang that to me!" And he meant it... he did not want to hear it any more.

So the question, "Can a Birthday last too long" Well according to Joey it can.

He loved all of his presents. He really like his new boots!

Blowing out the candles.

Let the party begin!

After the cake and ice cream the kids played while the parents talked and the there was pony rides!