Newest Family Member

You know life just amazes me. I have been blessed and been able to witness the birth of two of my nieces. I have also been able to see puppies, kitty cats and even calf's be brought into this world. And no matter how many times I witness it, it brings me to my knee's and makes me realize just how amazing life is. On April 27, 2009 this little fellow came into the world and brought lots of joy to his owner and family and friends. Epecially me since it was my birthday and I had been telling them all along that's when he would grace our presents. And he did!Only 24 hours old Keeping Close to mom and never missing a step.



Skittles is keeping close watch over her new colt.

"Life is not measured by the number of breath's that we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away"

Life on the Farm

Spring Break has been such a wonderful time here. We had family come in from Austin and Oklahoma and spent time with the horses and kids just hanging out. Took family on a wagon ride around the town, played out on the land, cooked out, girls sat in the hot tube, ate Burnt Toast...(LOL inside joke) and just enjoyed life....

..this is Dustin and Rudy after the wagon ride. Dustin is walking Rudy and letting her eat the new green grass for a treat for doing such a wonderful job today...

...this is Raegan also walking Rudy...


Newest member of the Family.... "Pistol Pete" (the spotted Donkey), the smaller of the two is "Cowboy"

"Cowboy" is watching the kids play with "Rudy" and "Whiskey" while being unharnessed from the wagon ride and wants attention. He is actually crawling up the fence and talking to us.



SUNSET OVER ELECTRA, TEXAS

"what a wonderful end to a wonderful day"

taken by: "DooDoo"

Saturday, March 14, 2009

OMG! Look at the time

Well, I had been sitting here working on my new blog.... Where I come From and realized it's 12:53 am on Tuesday morning. UGG! I've got to be up in about 5 hrs. So thought while I was here, I'd stop and share the weekend with everyone.

Ronnie took Dustin hunting for the first time this weekend. They had a big Coyote hunt yesterday and so Dustin says he enjoyed it and ready to go again. While the guys hunted, Rosalee and Beverlene and I went riding "The Barnes over outside of Electra. It was so beautiful. You never actually realize just what God has blessed us with till you actually see it, sittin' top of a 1500 lb animal, walkin long side the canon and the only thing keepin you from fallin' in to the river is your horse. WOW! What a view. During our ride yesterday we saw a few rabbits taking chase to who knows what, about 5 Armadillo's that had no clue we were even watching them, 4 very large wild hogs, and about 12 Deer. The best thing about the ride.... Everyone came out without a scratch and no one was hurt. Which is always a good thing!

I found my first Antler yesterday. Its a game we play while riding out at the Barnes. If you dont find one on the ride, you WALK home. Not really, but it makes for a fun day. I spot it about 200 yd's out and called it and about that time Beverlene's Brother took chase and I went after it. Not even thinking about what I was doing dismounted Newt mid run and scooped down for the kill. No one thinking about the fact, I just came off my horse while he was MOVING! I have now officially been called... "A Bulldogger" YEAH! Anyway, Goodnight and hope all is well on your side of the world....

'PATH INTO YOUR SOUL"

Hi to all my friends and "Foes" that visits everyday. I know you all have seen this photo before as it is a very special picture to our family. Last year it was chosen as the July 2008 Best Photographers Award" and published in the book by Photo Laureates.

Right now they are having another contest and have chosen my photo for this contest. I would appreciate it if eveyone would click on the title of the photo and vote for my photograph. When you click on the title it will automatically take you to the photo and the voting ballet and all you have to do is vote.

Thank you.
Robin I.

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away"!

Making Memories

I have not been around lately as I have been working my tail off. However, I took some time this past weekend to spend with the kids and my family and just have a little good old fashion country fun. We all got together and went out to the land and let the kids play and explore the land. That evening we had friends over and we roasted weiners and marshmellows campfire style. While the kids played, the adults brewed campfire coffee and listened to old cowboy stories. Sometimes, I think the way our grandparents lived was a whole lot better. While they might have worked hard life was a lot more simpler and people enjoyed and appreciated life and their family.

This weekend made me realized just how lucky I am and how thankful I am to be who I am.

Tonight, Dustin was recognized at the Scout Honor Court and received his advancement to Tenderfoot. Next level is 2nd Class.

COWBOY CAMP

Day 1:

Well today was the first day of a week long adventure into the life of a Cowboy for Dustin and Raegan.....

Todays camp consisted of:
* Cleaning Stalls
* Feeding and Watering
* Grooming
*Walking
*Learning Anatormy
* Walking behind Horse-Proper ways

Dustin told me that his horses name is "Lady" and she looks like a "COW"! LOL I have not figured out why yet. He also told me in an email that while cleaning up poop in her stall she chased him...

Later in talking to him I found out that she had finished eating before he was done and was just falling him around. He said she eats to much because there was too much poop in her stall. HA HA! Hopefully, tomorrow or later this week, I will have pictures!