The girls and Moe

Liesel, my future veterinarian, has worked very hard to prove herself responsible enough to be a horse owner. She has cared for the dog, the cat, the cow, and the chickens cheerfully, consistently, and independently, thus finally earning the long desired horse. We set up a baby monitor in the barn so we can listen for raccoons at night (and children during the day) :). At the crack of dawn every morning, through the baby monitor, the bucket of oats can be heard sloshing around and Liesel can be heard talking silly to the chickens. It is a great way to wake up every day. I am very proud of her.

We found a college student who know everything about horses, and she is coming twice a week to give the girls horseback riding lessons. It has been fun for them (and for me watching). Even Ava got on at the end for a little bit. I can't very well hold Ava on the horse and take a picture at the same time but one of these days I will get a photo, I promise.

Moe loves getting groomed but is very spoiled and expects his treat at the end!

Saddling up....

Hope is laughing because as I leaned over to get this cute photo of her taunting Moe with his treats, Buddy the calf was butting me from behind. Yes, he really was.

Moe learning who is the boss......

Liesel learning to teach Moe who is the boss.....

As with anything the more we learn the more we learn there is to learn. Hopefully we'll be pros soon and we can invite you all over for a ride!